Strait of Hormuz

Oil tanker catches fire after hitting naval mine in Strait of Hormuz, Iranian state media says

Iran has claimed a string of mine strikes on tankers in recent weeks, none independently verified, as it seeks to pressure the US over its blockade.

Vessels at the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, November 9, 2026.
The Strait of Hormuz.

Iran's IRGC says liquified gas tanker struck mine along 'unauthorized' route in Strait of Hormuz

A missile is launched during an exercise in southern Iran, in this handout image obtained on February 17, 2026.

US CENTCOM confirms Iran targeted US radar in Bahrain

A fighter loyal to the Houthis, brandishes his weapon during a rally to recruit more fighters, in Sanaa on October 7, 2026.

Houthis say they attacked Saudi pipeline pumping station, Aramco building, oil facility


CENTCOM marks 100 days since Iran blockade, Israel frees suspects connected to settler attacks

Huckabee questions Board of Peace’s ability to implement Trump's Gaza plan • Hezbollah recruits convicts in Latin America • 'Post' sees letter requesting West Bank coordination despite IDF denial

US Navy warships transit the Arabian Sea in close formation as CENTCOM forces continue to promote regional security and stability, June 30, 2026.

Covert CIA and Mossad operations inside Iran ahead of a possible new war - opinion

Tehran is betting that economic pressure and US elections will force concessions, but its intelligence vulnerabilities could reshape the strategic balance.

Illustrative image of a Mossad agent standing in front of Mossad vs Iran concept flags on a wall with a crack.

One dead in attack on Saudi airport, reports of explosions in southern Iran

US military strike reportedly caused explosions heard in Iran's Sirik port • Dozens of IAF jets, refueling aircraft flew "as far as the Iranian border" in practice exercise

A symbolic mockup of an Iranian missile is displayed, amid a ceasefire between US and Iran, in Tehran, Iran, April 27, 2026.

Iran's Pezeshkian discusses mediation efforts in meeting with Pakistan's army chief

Munir's first meeting on Tuesday was with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, Iran's official Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) reported.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian speaks with Fox News Channel's Martha MacCallum during an interview on September 25, 2025 in New York City.

Are newsrooms burying Iranian efforts to influence midterms? - opinion

The newsrooms that have scrutinized the war’s costs have overlooked a consequential account of Iran’s intentions: Iran has been targeting ships to keep oil prices high to influence the US midterms.

Iranian, American flags against backdrop of Iranian nuclear site. (illustration)

Pakistani military chief, key mediator in US-Iran war, arrives in Tehran to meet senior officials

The scheduled visit follows earlier summer talks between Munir and Iranian leaders that focused on preventing further escalation, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and expediting the end of the war.

Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir looks on prior to a quadrilateral meeting between the United States, Iran, Pakistan and Qatar Sunday, 21st June 2026

Trump 'very close' to renewing strikes on Iran as Israeli, Lebanese delegations meet in Florida

Hegseth, Netanyahu hold covert airbase meeting • IDF strikes reportedly kill four Gazans • Syria fears Israel-backed Druze offensive

US President Donald Trump speaks to reporters as he departs the White House on October 19, 2026 in Washington, DC.

US, Israel weigh renewed strikes on Iran as experts warn renewed conflict may be inevitable

A possible US military campaign against Iran could target missile facilities and nuclear infrastructure, but experts caution that even a brief operation risks triggering a prolonged conflict.

A member of a police force stands guard on a street, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Tehran Wednesday, 1st April 2026

Saudi Arabia’s offensive against the Houthis aims to secure Bab el-Mandeb - opinion

As the Houthis threaten a major global shipping corridor, Saudi Arabia steps up military support for Yemeni forces seeking to push them back.

Boats float near the coast of Bab el-Mandeb, Yemen, April 2, 2026.

Hamas document reveals plan to exploit civilians as Netanyahu warns 'Israel is ready to strike'

Syria condemns IDF incursions into territory • At least 18 killed in Houthi attack on Yemeni government military camp • Egypt seeks approval to send military assistance to Saudis

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi attends a meeting of Egypt's National Defence Council at the Ittihadiya Presidential Palace in Cairo, Egypt, October 18, 2026