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  • CRIMEJul 9 · 15:12 UTCTHE HINDU NATIONAL
    Mahadev betting app kingpin traced to Oman, extradition efforts ongoing: ED counsel

    The Mahadev betting app's kingpin has been traced to Oman with extradition efforts ongoing, as reported by the ED counsel. A previous attempt two years ago to extradite Saurabh Chandrakar from Dubai failed, and the CBI has filed additional charge sheets against over 70 individuals.

  • SECURITYJul 9 · 14:56 UTCMIDDLE EAST EYE
    Iran discusses Hormuz Strait with Oman and Turkey

    Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held phone calls with Omani and Turkish counterparts to discuss regional developments, particularly in the Strait of Hormuz, stressing the need for diplomatic channels to prevent escalation.

  • SECURITYJul 9 · 11:52 UTCBLOOMBERG
    Oman Tells UN It’s Against Imposing Transit Fees in Hormuz

    Oman informed the UN that it opposes imposing transit fees in the Hormuz Strait. The article references a cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman in June.

  • SECURITYJul 8 · 20:53 UTCLE MONDE (EN)
    US carries out another round of strikes on Iran after Trump says ceasefire is over

    The US conducted strikes on Iran following President Trump's announcement that a ceasefire had ended. The incident involved vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, observed from Musandam, Oman.

  • SECURITYJul 8 · 14:23 UTCMIDDLE EAST EYE
    Trump says Nato allies to deploy minesweepers to Hormuz

    Trump stated that NATO allies will deploy minesweepers to the Strait of Hormuz, though no confirmation was provided. Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi asserted Iran will handle mine removal under the Islamabad MoU, reacting to Macron's remarks about France and Oman cooperating on mine clearance.

  • BUSINESSJul 8 · 06:24 UTCBLOOMBERG
    Fertilizer Firm Climbs 18% In Early Trading After Oman IPO

    A fertilizer firm's stock rose 18% in early trading following its initial public offering (IPO) in Oman. The company's shares climbed after the IPO launch.

  • SECURITYJul 7 · 21:13 UTCNYT US
    U.S. Revokes Iran Oil Sanctions Waiver After Attack on Tankers

    The U.S. has revoked Iran's oil sanctions waiver following an attack on tankers. Iran claims sole control of the Strait of Hormuz near Musandam, Oman.

  • SECURITYJul 7 · 16:23 UTCTIMES OF ISRAEL
    Third ship hit in Hormuz within 24 hours, as Doha blames Iran for striking Qatari tanker

    A third ship was attacked in the Hormuz Strait within 24 hours, with Qatar blaming Iran for striking a Qatari tanker. All three vessels were traveling on an Omani-proposed coastal route that Iran has rejected, seeking to control the vital waterway.

  • SECURITYJul 7 · 15:34 UTCMIDDLE EAST EYE
    Three tankers struck within hours in Hormuz, Qatar slams Iran

    Three tankers, including a Qatari LNG vessel, were struck in the Strait of Hormuz within hours, with Qatar condemning Iran over an 'unacceptable' attack. The incidents, involving an unknown projectile and a drone, occurred near Oman, reigniting concerns about maritime security amid a dispute over a proposed transit corridor.

  • SECURITYJul 7 · 14:34 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    Three tankers hit in latest attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, British military says

    Three tankers were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, with one catching fire near Oman, as reported by the British military. Iran's state TV implied responsibility for striking a Qatari tanker but did not officially claim the attack, while the U.S. and Iran continue negotiations to resolve tensions in the region.

  • SECURITYJul 7 · 05:52 UTCFRANCE 24
    Oil tanker hit by 'unknown projectile' off Omani coast near Strait of Hormuz

    A tanker was struck by an 'unknown projectile' off the coast of Oman near the Strait of Hormuz, according to the British maritime agency UKMTO.

  • SECURITYJul 7 · 05:43 UTCMIDDLE EAST EYE
    Morning update

    An attack on an oil tanker off the coast of Oman has heightened tensions, with US officials blaming Iran and Iran stating the vessel ignored warnings. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun plans to meet US President Donald Trump to discuss an agreement with Israel, while Iran's Parliament Speaker vowed to punish 'arrogant powers' following the funeral of the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Hamas announced the dissolution of its governing body in Gaza, shifting toward civilian rule.

  • SECURITYJul 7 · 05:33 UTCDAWN
    Oil tanker hit by 'unknown projectile' in Strait of Hormuz region, says maritime agency

    An oil tanker was struck by an 'unknown projectile' near the Strait of Hormuz, causing a fire, according to UKMTO. No casualties or environmental damage were reported, but Axios cited unconfirmed reports of Iranian missile strikes on commercial ships. The incident occurred amid ongoing tensions and a recent ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran.

  • SECURITYJul 7 · 04:06 UTCAL JAZEERA
    Tanker on fire off coast of Oman after being hit by projectile

    A tanker is on fire off the coast of Oman after being hit by a projectile. Iran's state TV claims the tanker ignored warnings, but no direct responsibility for the attack has been declared.

  • SECURITYJul 7 · 03:35 UTCMIDDLE EAST EYE
    Iranian media says vessel struck near Oman for 'ignoring repeated warnings'

    Iranian media report that an oil tanker was attacked near Oman in the Strait of Hormuz after ignoring warnings and attempting to use a US-backed route. US officials cited by Axios blamed Iran for the attack, which involved an 'unknown projectile' damaging two vessels without causing casualties.

  • SECURITYJul 7 · 03:29 UTCWTOP DC
    Iranian state television says liquified natural gas tanker attacked in Strait of Hormuz off Oman after ignoring warnings

    Iranian state television reported an attack on a liquified natural gas tanker in the Strait of Hormuz off Oman after it ignored warnings, according to an Associated Press (AP) report from Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

  • SECURITYJul 7 · 02:52 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    Tanker set ablaze after being struck by projectile in the Strait of Hormuz as Iran mourns Khamenei

    A tanker was set ablaze after being struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz near Limah, Oman, according to the British military. Iran is suspected of orchestrating the attack amid tensions over control of shipping routes in the waterway, which the U.S. and Gulf Arab states oppose. Talks between Iran and the U.S. are paused until after the funeral of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

  • SECURITYJul 7 · 02:38 UTCSCMP CHINA
    Tanker set ablaze after hit by projectile in Strait of Hormuz region

    An oil tanker was set on fire after being struck by an 'unknown projectile' near the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). The incident occurred 8 nautical miles east of Limah, despite ongoing ceasefire efforts between the United States and Iran.

  • SECURITYJul 7 · 01:28 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    Tanker set ablaze after being struck by projectile in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Oman

    A tanker was set ablaze after being struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Oman, according to the British military. The attack, attributed to Iran, occurs amid heightened tensions over control of the strait and ongoing U.S.-Iran negotiations.

  • SECURITYJul 7 · 01:17 UTCWTOP DC
    Tanker set ablaze after being struck by projectile in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Oman

    A tanker was set ablaze after being struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz near Limah, Oman, according to the British military. The attack caused no environmental impact, and authorities are investigating. Iran is suspected of attacking other vessels in the same region recently.

  • SECURITYJul 7 · 01:16 UTCSEATTLE TIMES
    Tanker set ablaze after being struck by projectile in the Strait of Hormuz as Iran mourns Khamenei

    A tanker traveling off the coast of Oman in the Strait of Hormuz caught fire after being struck by a projectile. The incident occurred in a strategically significant waterway.

  • SECURITYJul 7 · 01:14 UTCWTOP DC
    British military says tanker set ablaze after being struck by projectile in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Oman

    The British military reported that a tanker was set ablaze after being struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Oman. The incident was reported by the Associated Press from Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

  • SECURITYJul 7 · 00:09 UTCDEUTSCHE WELLE
    Oil tanker struck in Strait of Hormuz, UK says

    An oil tanker was struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, causing a fire. The incident occurred east of Limah, Oman, with no casualties reported.

  • SECURITYJul 6 · 23:49 UTCMIDDLE EAST EYE
    Tanker hit by unknown projectile 8 nautical miles away from Oman's Limah, maritime body says

    A tanker was struck by an unknown projectile 8 nautical miles east of Oman's Limah, causing a fire on its port side. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations agency reported no casualties or environmental impact.

  • BUSINESSJul 6 · 17:54 UTCMIDDLE EAST EYE
    Opec+ countries to raise oil output after prices fall

    Opec+ countries plan to increase oil production by 188,000 barrels per day in August, marking the fifth consecutive month of output hikes as fuel prices decline. The decision involves Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria, and Oman.

  • SECURITYJul 6 · 16:46 UTCMIDDLE EAST EYE
    Nearly a third of Hormuz crossings used Omani route, tracking data shows

    Nearly a third of vessels crossing the Strait of Hormuz over three days (Friday to Sunday) used the Omani coastal route, according to MarineTraffic tracking data. A total of 108 vessels crossed the strait, with 30 opting for the Omani path, as the waterway remains central to the fragile US-Iran truce. Analysts described the traffic as 'operational but fragmented' amid ongoing security and diplomatic tensions.

  • BUSINESSJul 6 · 12:48 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    Markets on Wall Street quietly mixed while oil prices slip after OPEC+ plans August output hike

    U.S. stock futures were mixed with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq rising while the Dow fell. Oil prices declined as OPEC+ announced an August output increase of 188,000 barrels per day. SK Hynix filed a $28 billion U.S. IPO, and SpaceX shares rose ahead of joining the Nasdaq 100.

  • BUSINESSJul 6 · 09:22 UTCWTOP DC
    Global shares are mixed and oil slips after OPEC+ plans August output hike

    Global shares showed mixed performance as OPEC+ members agreed to increase oil production by 188,000 barrels per day in August, causing oil prices to decline. European markets rose while Asian markets were mixed, with uncertainty over supplies lingering due to stalled Iran-related talks on the Strait of Hormuz.

  • BUSINESSJul 6 · 09:22 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    Global shares are mixed and oil slips after OPEC+ plans August output hike

    Global shares are mixed with European markets rising and Asian markets falling, while oil prices slipped after OPEC+ announced an August output hike. The production increase involves Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria, and Oman, with uncertainty over supplies due to stalled Iran talks on the Strait of Hormuz.

  • BUSINESSJul 6 · 05:23 UTCAP NEWS
    US futures and Asian shares are mixed while oil prices decline as some exporters opt to raise output

    Asian shares and U.S. futures were mixed as technology stocks declined, while oil prices fell due to increased production by OPEC+ members including Saudi Arabia, Russia, and Iraq. Uncertainty over Iran-related supply disruptions and currency fluctuations further influenced markets.

  • BUSINESSJul 6 · 05:07 UTCWDIV CLICKONDETROIT
    US futures and Asian shares are mixed while oil prices decline as some exporters opt to raise output

    Asian shares and U.S. futures showed mixed performance as technology stocks declined in Tokyo and Seoul. Oil prices fell due to increased production by seven OPEC+ members, including Saudi Arabia and Russia, while uncertainty persisted over supply chain talks with Iran. Major stock indices in Japan, South Korea, and Australia declined or edged lower, while Hong Kong and Shanghai saw modest gains.

  • BUSINESSJul 6 · 05:07 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    US futures and Asian shares are mixed while oil prices decline as some exporters opt to raise output

    Asian shares and U.S. futures were mixed as technology shares declined in Tokyo and Seoul. Oil prices fell after OPEC+ members, including Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria, and Oman, agreed to increase production by 188,000 barrels per day in August. Uncertainty over the Strait of Hormuz's reopening also affected energy markets.

  • WORLDJul 5 · 18:53 UTCAP NEWS
    7 OPEC+ countries agree to expand monthly oil production modestly as prices slide

    Seven OPEC+ countries, including Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria, and Oman, agreed to increase oil production by 188,000 barrels per day in August to address falling prices and support market stability amid ongoing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.

  • BUSINESSJul 5 · 18:50 UTCWTOP DC
    7 OPEC+ countries agree to expand monthly oil production modestly as prices slide

    Seven OPEC+ countries, including Saudi Arabia and Russia, agreed to increase oil production by 188,000 barrels per day in August amid declining prices. The decision follows a U.S.-Iran interim deal easing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, though shipping remains below pre-war levels.

  • BUSINESSJul 5 · 18:47 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    7 OPEC+ countries agree to expand monthly oil production modestly as prices slide

    Seven OPEC+ countries, including Saudi Arabia and Russia, agreed to increase oil production by 188,000 barrels per day in August as prices fall to pre-U.S.-Iran war levels. The decision aims to stabilize markets amid ongoing tensions over the Strait of Hormuz and declining crude prices.

  • SECURITYJul 5 · 18:15 UTCFORTUNE
    Oil, gas tankers cross Hormuz via Oman-side route after U-turns

    Oil and gas tankers are navigating the Strait of Hormuz via an Oman-side route after performing unexplained U-turns, with some vessels switching to an Iranian route. Western navies report ongoing substantial threats, noting the strait is mined, while Iran asserts vessels should only transit through its designated route. Tanker companies face challenges due to Iranian military harassment and the risk of transiting the contested waterway.

  • WORLDJul 5 · 05:24 UTCBLOOMBERG
    Fewer Ships Transiting Hormuz Along Oman Coast After U-Turns

    Fewer ships are transiting Hormuz along Oman's coast after some vessels made U-turns. A products tanker that U-turned on Saturday attempted a Hormuz transit again on Sunday via the Omani side, alongside another products tanker and a crude carrier.

  • SECURITYJul 5 · 02:07 UTCMIDDLE EAST EYE
    Ship-tracking firm says four ships changed course in Hormuz

    A ship-tracking firm reported four vessels altered course in the Strait of Hormuz, with two reversing and two diverting to a central corridor. Iran opposes the southern route through Oman’s territorial waters, citing past attacks on vessels there, and has announced new fees for ships transiting Hormuz with exceptions for 'friendly nations.'

  • POLITICSJul 4 · 23:14 UTCMIDDLE EAST EYE
    Iran's envoy to China says friendly nations to get ‘special’ Hormuz fee treatment

    Iran's ambassador to China announced new fees for ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, with 'friendly' nations receiving special treatment. The statement follows a rejected U.S. proposal for free transit and highlights Iran's collaboration with Oman on security and environmental measures for the strait.

  • SECURITYJul 4 · 15:07 UTCFORTUNE
    Iran’s envoy to China says Beijing to get Hormuz concessions

    Iran’s ambassador to China stated that China and other friendly nations will receive 'special considerations' for ships using the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran now frames as a national security issue. The announcement follows a four-month US-Israeli conflict and ongoing negotiations to resolve disputes over potential fees for the critical energy transit route.