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US Navy targets oil tanker violating blockade on Iranian ports

On May 6, the US military announced that a US Navy warplane disabled an Iranian oil tanker after it attempted to breach Washington’s blockade on Iranian ports. This marks the second time US forces have fired on a vessel accused of violating the blockade, which has been in place since April 13. The Iranian-flagged vessel, M/T Hasna, was reportedly not carrying any cargo when it was warned by US forces. When the crew failed to respond, a US F/A-18 Super Hornet opened fire, disabling the tanke

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06 May 2026 21:41 PM 3 views

US Navy targets oil tanker violating blockade on Iranian ports

On May 6, the US military announced that a US Navy warplane disabled an Iranian oil tanker after it attempted to breach Washington’s blockade on Iranian ports. This marks the second time US forces have fired on a vessel accused of violating the blockade, which has been in place since April 13. The Iranian-flagged vessel, M/T Hasna, was reportedly not carrying any cargo when it was warned by US forces. When the crew failed to respond, a US F/A-18 Super Hornet opened fire, disabling the tanke

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Iran demands fair peace deal amid stalled US naval mission

On Wednesday, May 6, Iran made it clear that it would only accept a peace deal with the United States if the agreement is "fair and comprehensive." This statement follows a recent pause in the U.S. naval operation, 'Project Freedom,' which was aimed at reopening the crucial Strait of Hormuz. The operation, which began just days earlier, failed to restore marine traffic through the vital waterway. Iran's response, however, has been one of defiance, with the country carrying out new strikes on

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06 May 2026 08:11 AM 6 views

Iran demands fair peace deal amid stalled US naval mission

On Wednesday, May 6, Iran made it clear that it would only accept a peace deal with the United States if the agreement is "fair and comprehensive." This statement follows a recent pause in the U.S. naval operation, 'Project Freedom,' which was aimed at reopening the crucial Strait of Hormuz. The operation, which began just days earlier, failed to restore marine traffic through the vital waterway. Iran's response, however, has been one of defiance, with the country carrying out new strikes on

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China calls U.S. blockade in Strait of Hormuz 'dangerous and irresponsible'

China has expressed strong disapproval over the United States' blockade of Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz, calling it a “dangerous and irresponsible act” that could escalate tensions in an already volatile region. In a statement issued on April 14, 2026, the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs warned that the blockade, which began at 10:00 a.m. ET on Monday, along with increased U.S. military deployment in the area, risks undermining the fragile ceasefire that had

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14 Apr 2026 07:23 AM 166 views

China calls U.S. blockade in Strait of Hormuz 'dangerous and irresponsible'

China has expressed strong disapproval over the United States' blockade of Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz, calling it a “dangerous and irresponsible act” that could escalate tensions in an already volatile region. In a statement issued on April 14, 2026, the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs warned that the blockade, which began at 10:00 a.m. ET on Monday, along with increased U.S. military deployment in the area, risks undermining the fragile ceasefire that had

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India confirms seafarers safe amid Strait of Hormuz tensions and oil surge

At an inter-ministerial press conference held on Monday, April 6, 2026, in India (IST), Mukesh Mangal, Secretary in the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, confirmed that Indian seafarers operating in the conflict-affected West Asia region remain safe, even as escalating geopolitical tensions continue to disrupt global energy markets. Mangal stated that no incidents involving Indian-flagged vessels had been reported in the preceding 24 hours, underscoring the government’s ong

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06 Apr 2026 09:22 AM 227 views

India confirms seafarers safe amid Strait of Hormuz tensions and oil surge

At an inter-ministerial press conference held on Monday, April 6, 2026, in India (IST), Mukesh Mangal, Secretary in the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, confirmed that Indian seafarers operating in the conflict-affected West Asia region remain safe, even as escalating geopolitical tensions continue to disrupt global energy markets. Mangal stated that no incidents involving Indian-flagged vessels had been reported in the preceding 24 hours, underscoring the government’s ong

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Santa Cruz boat owners rush to protect vessels after tsunami advisory issued

Boat owners at the Santa Cruz harbor rushed to secure or remove their vessels from the water on Tuesday night as a tsunami advisory was issued for the California coast following an 8.8 magnitude earthquake off the coast of Russia. The advisory prompted urgent actions among those who remembered previous disasters and did not want to take any chances with their boats and property. Many harbor residents recalled the damage caused by high surf last December, as well as the devastating d

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Santa Cruz boat owners rush to protect vessels after tsunami advisory issued

Boat owners at the Santa Cruz harbor rushed to secure or remove their vessels from the water on Tuesday night as a tsunami advisory was issued for the California coast following an 8.8 magnitude earthquake off the coast of Russia. The advisory prompted urgent actions among those who remembered previous disasters and did not want to take any chances with their boats and property. Many harbor residents recalled the damage caused by high surf last December, as well as the devastating d

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US Navy targets oil tanker violating blockade on Iranian ports

US Navy targets oil tanker violating blockade on Iranian ports

Iran demands fair peace deal amid stalled US naval mission

Iran demands fair peace deal amid stalled US naval mission

China calls U.S. blockade in Strait of Hormuz 'dangerous and irresponsible'

China calls U.S. blockade in Strait of Hormuz 'dangerous and irresponsible'

India confirms seafarers safe amid Strait of Hormuz tensions and oil surge

India confirms seafarers safe amid Strait of Hormuz tensions and oil surge

Santa Cruz boat owners rush to protect vessels after tsunami advisory issued

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US Navy targets oil tanker violating blockade on Iranian ports

US Navy targets oil tanker violating blockade on Iranian ports

Iran demands fair peace deal amid stalled US naval mission

Iran demands fair peace deal amid stalled US naval mission

China calls U.S. blockade in Strait of Hormuz 'dangerous and irresponsible'

China calls U.S. blockade in Strait of Hormuz 'dangerous and irresponsible'

India confirms seafarers safe amid Strait of Hormuz tensions and oil surge

India confirms seafarers safe amid Strait of Hormuz tensions and oil surge

Santa Cruz boat owners rush to protect vessels after tsunami advisory issued

Santa Cruz boat owners rush to protect vessels after tsunami advisory issued

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