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A vessel in the Strait of Hormuz near the beach of Bandar Abbas, Iran, June 30, 2026. (REUTERS)

Who controls Strait of Hormuz? What the latest ship-tracking data reveals

August 19, 2026 10:54 pm

The latest data from maritime intelligence firm Kpler shows that only six commodity vessels crossed the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, down from nine the previous day and below the 10-day daily average of 11.

World News updates: UAE warns of possible 'missile threats', urges people to take shelter

August 19, 2026 11:31 am

Trump was asked by reporters if the US was seeking to extend June's interim agreement that expired on Monday, to which the US President said, 'No'.

The Strait has remained heavily disrupted since fighting between the United States and Iran escalated earlier this year, prompting concerns over global oil supplies and maritime trade. (AI-generated GIF)

Iran says Hormuz deal with Oman is close, but warns security isn't guaranteed

August 06, 2026 2:29 pm

Under the proposed agreement, Iran would gain control over ships entering the Gulf through Hormuz, news agency Reuters reported, citing a senior Iranian source and two regional officials on Wednesday.

Vessels at the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, June 16, 2026. (REUTERS)

How US is using Iranian smuggling tactic to move oil out of the Gulf

June 17, 2026 12:28 pm

US covert oil transfer network has moved millions of barrels through Gulf waters, helping maintain exports despite ongoing Strait of Hormuz disruptions.

‘Such lethal actions…not justified’: S Jaishankar to Marco Rubio on US Navy attack killing 3 Indians

June 13, 2026 9:32 am

India has summoned the US charge d’affaires twice to lodge a ‘strong protest’ over the series of attacks by US naval forces on commercial vessels carrying Indians in the Gulf of Oman.

Vessel with Indians struck today had taken US warning shots last month too

June 11, 2026 5:53 pm

Ship fired on Thursday off Oman had already received US warning shots last month; crew safe, communications down.

The vessel, which was sailing from Somalia, came under attack on Wednesday, according to India's Ministry of External Affairs. (AP)

‘Dangerous escalation’: Why UAE is terming strike on Indian ship off Oman a 'terrorist attack'

May 15, 2026 5:12 pm

Abu Dhabi labels the maritime strike a "grave threat" to the Strait of Hormuz, calling for international protection of commercial shipping amid escalating regional tensions.

After Mumbai seafarer’s death on missile-hit tanker, family writes to PM seeking help to bring back body

March 09, 2026 10:44 pm

The company said that “nobody can board the vessel for safety reasons” but assured the family that efforts were being made to expedite the repatriation process.

Indian crew member killed in drone boat attack on oil tanker off Oman coast

March 02, 2026 11:45 pm

Though officials did not initially confirm the victim's nationality, local media and the Oman News Agency reported that the deceased was an Indian crew member.

Both airlines officially posted on their X accounts stating postponement of flights due to the Iran-Israel war and rising airspace escalation.

Iran-Israel war update: Kuwait Airways, Oman Air cancel flights — check travel advisory

March 01, 2026 12:56 am

Earlier, many Indian airlines' westbound flights have been suspended and postponed due to airspace closures in the area and the elevated operational risk. Dubai and Qatar airports also remain shut as missiles enter airspace amid Iran's retaliation to Israel's attacks.

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In Pictures: PM Modi visits Oman, focuses on trade deal and bilateral ties

December 18, 2025 8:47 pm

Narendra Modi during his official visit to Oman in Muscat, where he held talks with the Omani leadership, addressed the Oman–India Business Forum, interacted with the Indian community and reviewed ways to strengthen bilateral relations.