Hormuz
US says Iran lost track of mine locations spread in Strait of Hormuz, complicating reopening - NYT
The mines, which were laid by small boats and without a clear record of where they were placed, make the Strait of Hormuz almost impossible to transit.
Continued IDF ops. in Lebanon will ruin Iran peace talks in Islamabad, Iranian officials claim
US shouldn't negotiate with Iran until it realizes how badly it's losing - editorial
What US rescue of shot down pilot means for Hormuz, Kharg, potential invasions in Iran - analysis
US allies rebuff Trump's request for support in Strait of Hormuz
Trump called on nations to help police the strait after Iran responded to US-Israeli attacks by effectively closing the channel for tankers.
Trump rejects Middle East efforts to broker Iran war talks as Epic Fury, Roaring Lion rage on
The lack of interest from the US and Iran suggests both sides are in for an extended conflict, even as the widening war inflicts civilian casualties and Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Global powers release oil reserves as Iran war threatens Strait of Hormuz supply
IEA member states approved the release of 400 million barrels from strategic oil reserves to mitigate the impact of a potential Iranian blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
CENTCOM warns civilians to avoid ports used by Iranian military, IRGC along Strait of Hormuz
"Civilian ports used for military purposes lose protected status and become legitimate military targets under international law," CENTCOM stated.
Iran may deploy naval mines in Strait of Hormuz, US intelligence believes - report
Iran’s naval mine stock isn’t known, though according to CBS, estimates have ranged from 2,000 to 6,000 units.
US offers $20b. reinsurance plan to spur Gulf oil flow amid Operation Epic Fury, Iranian attacks
The Trump administration is deploying a $20 billion maritime reinsurance program through the DFC to restore Hormuz shipping. Move targets soaring energy prices as Iran war halts Gulf commerce.
IRGC claims to have struck oil tanker in Strait of Hormuz, UKMTO issues warning in area
The IRGC claimed to have struck a Marshall Islands-flagged tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, according to a report by Iranian media.
Iran temporarily closes Strait of Hormuz due to 'security precautions,' shipping safety
According to Fars, the IRGC Navy commander declared that, "The weapon that reaches the battlefield on the day of war is different from what is displayed in exercises."
Iran's IRGC Navy launches maritime drill in Strait of Hormuz, one day before US nuclear talks
The drill, named "Smart Control of Hormuz Strait," aimed at testing the readiness of operational forces in the face of "possible security and military threats," Tasnim reported.
Iran made preparations to mine the Strait of Hormuz, US officials say
The loading of the mines - which have not been deployed in the strait - suggests that Tehran may have been serious about closing one of the world's busiest shipping lanes.
