Tanker

Saudi Arabia considers introducing cheaper insurance to increase shipping in Middle East - report

Saudi Arabia, like many countries in the region, has had its economy severely impacted by the war. The Saudi Finance Ministry is considering offering a cheaper insurance option to revive shipping.

Vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, August 17, 2026.
FILE PHOTO: US Air Force planes on the tarmac of Sofia airport, Bulgaria, February 19, 2026.

Two US tanker aircraft leave Bulgaria a month after deployment upset Iran

A Boeing KC-46 tanker belonging to the Israeli Air Force is seen fueling a fighter jet in the air.

Second Gidon refueling aircraft arrives in Israel to boost IAF’s long-range reach

A drone view shows vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, June 15, 2026.

US military created secret path through Hormuz, 10 million barrels of oil pass daily - report


Has the mystery of the 'vanished' tanker 'Gulf Sky' been solved? - analysis

Questions remain about how this ship was so easily hijacked and taken away. The case illustrates the lawlessness with which Iran operates in these areas.

An oil tanker off the coast of Tartus, Syria

Iranian tanker headed to Lebanon has not left yet - report

On Monday, Tehran said it would ship more fuel to Lebanon, a day after the leader of Lebanon's Iran-aligned Hezbollah group said more vessels carrying Iranian fuel would sail soon.

Workers of the state-oil company Pdvsa holding Iranian and Venezuelan flags greet during the arrival of the Iranian tanker ship "Fortune" at El Palito refinery in Puerto Cabello, Venezuela May 25, 2020

IDF wants a response to Iranian tanker attacks, politicians want diplomacy

While the IDF warns a response is needed to prevent future attacks, the political echelon is concerned an attack could damage political efforts against Iran.

The Mercer Street, a Japanese-owned Liberian-flagged tanker managed by Israeli-owned Zodiac Maritime that was attacked off Oman coast as seen in Cape Town, South Africa, December 31, 2015 in this picture obtained from ship tracker website, MarineTraffic.com. Picture taken December 31, 2015.

Explosion reported on ship used to carry Iranian oil at Syrian port

An explosion was reported on a ship at the port in Latakia with a fire reported on the ship, according to Arabic media.

Iranian Alvand warship is pictured at a dock in the Syrian coastal city Latakia

CIA head set to arrive in Israel - how will US tackle Iran?

Iran is at the top of CIA director Bill Burns’s agenda for his Israel visit as Iran nuclear deal negotiations continue to stall.

 William Burns as a nominee for Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) director, attending his Senate Intelligence Committee hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington,

Sophisticated Iranian drones at fault for Israeli-linked tanker attack

The attack against the Israeli-owned tanker on Friday was carried out by precision-guided drone missiles, and are a step-up in Iran's use of drone warfare.

A drone is seen ahead of the international "BLUE GUARDIAN" drone drill held in Israel.

Mysterious explosion on oil tanker off coast of Syria - report

A tanker off the coast of Syria had a fire in one of the engines.

An oil tanker off the coast of Tartus, Syria

Iranian fuel tanker attacked by drone, Israel suspected

The report comes following recent escalations between Iran and Israel with regard to multiple tanker attacks.

An oil tanker loads gas in Assaluyeh seaport at the Persian Gulf, 1,400 km (870 miles) south of Tehran, Iran May 27, 2006.

Lebanon energy minister blames fuel shortage on Syria smuggling

"The Syrian market's needs for gasoline drive Lebanese smugglers to sneak gasoline into Syria to achieve huge profits."

An oil tanker off the coast of Tartus, Syria

Iran blames Israel, US for Saviz cargo ship attack

The spokesman warned that Iran would "without any doubt" respond to the alleged attack, but added that Iran would not take any action until an investigation into the incident is completed.

A container ship sails at the Suez Canal, in Ismailia, Egypt March 31, 2021. Suez Canal Authority/Handout via REUTERS