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security March 26, 2026

Drone Strike Targets Russian-Linked Tanker Near Istanbul

A drone attack has hit the suezmax tanker Altura in the Black Sea, approximately 15 nautical miles from the Bosphorus, as reported by Splash247. The vessel had recently departed from Russia's Novorossiysk port, highlighting ongoing tensions in the region.

Altura (tanker) Novorossiysk (RU)

Splash247

security March 26, 2026

UK Approves Military Action Against Russian Shadow Fleet in Its Waters

The Royal Navy is preparing to conduct its first military boarding operations against Russian shadow fleet vessels in UK waters, as reported by Splash247. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has authorized the use of armed forces and law enforcement to intercept sanctioned ships, with the Special Boat Service and Royal Marines completing necessary training.

Splash247

gCaptain

security March 25, 2026

UK Authorizes Military to Board Russian Shadow Fleet in Channel

The United Kingdom has authorized military and law enforcement teams to board Russian 'shadow fleet' tankers transiting through British waters, including the English Channel, as reported by gCaptain. This move is part of the UK's intensified campaign against sanctioned vessels.

gCaptain

security March 25, 2026

Iran Requires Detailed Info for Hormuz Passage Under Protection

Iran is requesting vessels to submit comprehensive details, including crew lists and cargo information, to pass through the Strait of Hormuz under the protection of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, as reported by gCaptain. This measure aims to ensure security and compliance for ships navigating this strategic waterway.

gCaptain

Splash247

security March 25, 2026

Strait of Hormuz Shipping Faces Diplomatic and Practical Challenges

The Persian Gulf war's fourth week has seen mixed signals for commercial shipping, including a US peace proposal and an Iranian offer to allow some vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by Splash247. Additionally, there are serious warnings about mines in the waterway, and the bunker market is facing what industry veterans describe as the worst supply situation.

Splash247

gCaptain

security March 24, 2026

Iran Allows 'Non-Hostile' Ships Passage Through Hormuz with Conditions

Iran has informed the United Nations that 'non-hostile vessels' can transit the Strait of Hormuz if they adhere to Iranian security protocols and coordinate with Tehran, as reported by gCaptain. This directive underscores Iran's control over the strategic maritime passage.

gCaptain

security March 24, 2026

Iran Blocks Containership in Hormuz Amid New Transit Policy

gCaptain reports that a containership traveling from the United Arab Emirates to Pakistan was turned back by Iran at the entrance to the Strait of Hormuz. This incident highlights Iran's emerging policy of controlling commercial shipping in the strategic waterway.

gCaptain

Seatrade Maritime

security March 24, 2026

Iran Permits Thai Bulker Mayuree Naree to Transit Strait of Hormuz

As reported by Seatrade Maritime, the Thai-flagged bulker Mayuree Naree has been allowed to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, 13 days after being attacked in the area. This development marks a significant step in ensuring the vessel's safe passage through the strategic waterway.

Mayuree Naree (bulk)

Seatrade Maritime

gCaptain

security March 23, 2026

Bahrain Seeks UN Approval for Force in Strait of Hormuz

Bahrain has proposed a draft resolution to the United Nations Security Council to permit countries to use force to safeguard commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by gCaptain. The resolution uses the term 'all necessary means' to imply potential military action.

gCaptain

Seatrade Maritime

security March 10, 2026

Trump Warns of Retaliation if Iran Blocks Strait of Hormuz

US President Trump has issued a stern warning of 'Death, Fire and Fury' if Iran attempts to close the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. He claims that the US's war strategy against Iran is 'very complete' but has not dismissed the possibility of taking control of the strategic waterway.

Seatrade Maritime