Persian Gulf
WATCH: US intercepts 'stateless sanctioned' vessel in Indo-Pacific area, enforcing Iran sanctions
The Pentagon confirmed a US military boarding of the stateless M/T Tifani, a vessel tied to Iranian smuggling activity, as part of global maritime enforcement efforts to disrupt illicit networks.
Pressure on Strait of Hormuz threatens global energy, Red Sea exposed to disruption - explainer
Heat, costs, shortages: US faces limits in deciding next actions in Iran - report
Second US fighter jet downed in Persian Gulf, pilot rescued after ejection
Gulf states consider bypassing Strait of Hormuz with new oil pipelines via Haifa - FT
The Financial Times reported that the Gulf states aim to create a new network of pipelines, roads, and railways to stop relying on the Strait of Hormuz.
UAE denies WSJ report that it is preparing to help US, allies open Strait of Hormuz by force
The nation had already conducted an internal assessment of its capabilities to help secure the strait, including its ability to clear mines, officials told the Wall Street Journal.
How to get by in Dubai: What to do when your cruise is stranded by war
Dubai isn’t a very walkable city. In fact, Google Maps will often tell you it’s just not possible to get from point A to point B on foot.
Iran says it controls Strait of Hormuz, sees no need for mines
An Iranian military spokesman said Tehran held “full control” over the Persian Gulf, Oman’s territorial waters, and the Strait of Hormuz, while warning it would keep control by “any means” necessary.
Trump, Starmer agree reopening Strait of Hormuz is essential to stabilize global energy market
Trump and Starmer's conversation comes days after the UK authorized the US to use British military bases to carry out strikes on Iranian missile sites used to attack ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
US may hit Iran's Kharg Island again, Trump tells NBC News
Trump suggests more strikes on Iran’s Kharg Island oil hub, calls Khamenei’s survival uncertain, and dismisses current deal terms as insufficient.
IRGC Navy chief warns ships must seek permission to transit Hormuz strait to avoid being hit
Iran has deployed about a dozen mines in the Strait of Hormuz, two sources familiar with the matter said.
Iran's threat to burn ships is choking off Persian Gulf oil flow to world - explainer
Shipping companies are already heeding Iran's warning, and the price of a gallon of gas is rising, most notably in California.
Who benefits from the 'break Iran apart' narrative? - opinion
Why the idea of dividing Iran serves propaganda more than geopolitical reality.
Purim 2026: History repeats itself as Jews forge their fate in Persia - opinion
In both the Purim narratives, we are given the ability to forge our own fate, to take matters into our own hands, and to carry our nation further towards redemption.
