Tag: maritime security

Tanker hit by unidentified projectile in Strait of Hormuz

International July 7, 2026 at 11:16

An attack in Hormuz Strait caused a fire on a tanker off the coast of Oman on Monday after the vessel was struck by...

France and Oman agree on Strait of Hormuz demining, Macron says

International June 30, 2026 at 12:09

France and Oman have agreed to cooperate on demining operations and broader efforts to reduce tensions in the Middle East, with a focus on...

UN halts Strait of Hormuz evacuation after cargo ship attacked

International June 26, 2026 at 14:56

Evacuation paused over safety concerns The UN's International Maritime Organization (IMO) has paused the planned evacuation of more than 11,000 sailors stranded in the Strait...

Russian frigate fired warning shots at British yacht in English Channel

International June 17, 2026 at 15:39

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has criticised the crew of a Russian naval vessel after warning shots were fired near a British yacht in...

Macron says Hormuz maritime mission can be deployed within days

International June 15, 2026 at 16:41

France says it is prepared to launch a mission within days to secure the Strait of Hormuz if the ceasefire between the United States...

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