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Persian Gulf

Hormuz transit after war subject to Iran’s security protocols, says defence official

An Iranian deputy defence minister has said the country could allow passage through the Strait of Hormuz in the Persian Gulf after the conclusion of what he described as US-Israeli “aggression”, provided that security protocols are in place to safeguard Iran’s interests.

28 Apr 2026-17:47
Pro-Iran hacker group claims release of 2,379 US Marines’ data in Persian Gulf

A pro-Iran hacker group called Handala says it has published the personal details of 2,379 US Marine Corps personnel deployed in the Persian Gulf region.

28 Apr 2026-17:05
First LNG tanker passes Strait of Hormuz since start of Iran war

28 Apr 2026-12:59
Pro-Iran hacking group claims access to identities of US Marines in Persian Gulf

A pro-Iran hacking group calling itself Handala has claimed it has obtained the identities of tens of thousands of US Navy personnel, in what it described as retaliation for alleged crimes committed during what it termed the US-Israeli aggression against Iran, including the killing of schoolchildren in Minab.

28 Apr 2026-10:33
Philippines allows seafarers in war zones, no ban

The Philippines has confirmed there is no blanket ban on deploying Filipino seafarers to conflict-affected regions, including areas near the Persian Gulf, despite rising security risks.

27 Apr 2026-17:58
Iranian FM praises Oman ties, stresses Hormuz security, regional cooperation

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has praised Oman’s warm hospitality and reaffirmed the Islamic Republic’s commitment to regional cooperation, safe navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, and prioritising relations with neighbouring countries.

27 Apr 2026-10:05
Over 40 container ships still stranded in Gulf amid tensions

25 Apr 2026-09:49
702 vessels at risk in Persian Gulf due to Iran, says MarineTraffic

MarineTraffic reports heightened risks for 702 vessels in the Persian Gulf, citing Iranian threats, U.S. interdiction efforts, and mine hazards as contributing factors.

24 Apr 2026-20:40
US–Iran tanker war escalates: Hormuz turns into global flashpoint

24 Apr 2026-14:26
US, Israel fully responsible for Strait of Hormuz instability, Iranian FM says

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said the United States and Israel are fully responsible for any instability affecting the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

23 Apr 2026-10:17