Indian ocean

Iran's hijacking of Singapore-bound oil tanker a 'blatant violation of int'l law' - CENTCOM

The tanker had been sailing off the coast of the United Arab Emirates and was carrying a cargo of high-sulfur gasoil through the Indian Ocean en route to Singapore.

|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
This picture released by the US Navy shows a ship of the Iranian Navy and members of the Iranian forces boarding civilian tanker WILA en-route to the UAE, in international waters in the Strait of Hormuz, August 12, 2020
US B2 Spirit stealth bomber

What is Diego Garcia? The US military base that will be key to operations against Iran - explainer

What is there, what aircraft operate from it, and why could it become a critical link in any future conflict in the Middle East?

|ByDR. ITAY GAL
The 8th Indian Ocean Conference - 2025.

Indian Ocean Conference highlights growing Iran engagement as Israel remains isolated - analysis

These kinds of regional events often do not include Israeli participation, illustrating that while Israel has sought out ties, it often faces an uphill struggle participating in important groups.

|BySETH J. FRANTZMAN
Like in a postcard. Seychelles

It turns out paradise exists, and it's in the Indian Ocean

A perfect mix of pristine beaches, rainforests, and clear waters—your guide to a Seychelles vacation with itineraries, accommodations, top restaurants, and must-see spots.

|ByYUVAL EINI & MALI DANIELI