Strait of hormuz
Islamic regime launches Persian Gulf Strait Authority, ships reportedly start paying tolls
Ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz now face tolls and strict Iranian oversight as Tehran launches the Persian Gulf Strait Authority, with JPMorgan forecasting 11‑figure annual revenue from tolls.
Kharg Island and the new energy war over Iran’s collapsing oil exports - opinion
Trump says 'clock is ticking for Iran' after call with Netanyahu on China, Hormuz
Iran to unveil new mechanism to manage Strait of Hormuz traffic
CS Anthem chemical tanker was second US-flagged vessel to exit Strait of Hormuz
US forces are helping to restore commercial shipping through the strait, using US Navy guided-missile destroyers that are operating in the Gulf under a directive called "Project Freedom."
US, Bahrain push UN-backed action for Hormuz as Rubio urges against vetoes
Diplomats said Washington hopes to close negotiations quickly, with the aim of circulating a final draft by May 8 and holding a vote early next week.
Rubio announces end of Operation Epic Fury, says US has concluded offensive stage of Iran war
Rubio also announced that Operation Epic Fury has ended, and the United States has transitioned to taking defensive action in enforcing its blockade of Iranian ports.
Somali terror groups could tighten Hormuz chokehold through Bab-el-Mandeb piracy, experts say
The Bab el-Mandeb Strait, which connects the Red Sea with the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean, is already considered a significant vulnerability due to the presence of Yemen's Houthi terrorists.
Iran launches fresh wave of drones, missiles at UAE, Defense Ministry says
The Iranian Foreign Ministry denied launching missiles and drones at the UAE, claiming that they were conducting “defense measures” aimed at US assets in the region.
Despite Iran's attacks on UAE, war has not resumed, US Gen. Dan Caine says
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth added that the US established a "red, white, and blue dome" over the Strait of Hormuz as a "gift from the US to the world."
Iran strike on UAE pushes Abu Dhabi closer to Israel alliance - analysis
Iran’s attacks on the UAE will likely lead to Abu Dhabi viewing Israel as a stronger and necessary partner.
Strait of Hormuz tensions rise, Finance Minister Smotrich makes explosive comments
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Iran feeling confident in attacking after month of shaky ceasefire - analysis
The UAE intercepted numerous missiles and drones on Monday, and a key oil port in the UAE was attacked. CNN reported that the UAE used an Israeli air defense system in this recent round of attacks.
Trump torn on Iran war plan after attacks on US ships in Strait of Hormuz - WSJ
According to US officials, Trump prefers to negotiate with Iran in order to end its nuclear ambitions, rather than begin a new round of bombing.
