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๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Iran: The Strait of Hormuz is open to international navigation except for enemies

Iran has declared that the Strait of Hormuz remains open for international maritime traffic, but with restrictions for vessels deemed enemies of Tehran amid rising tensions with the US and Israel.

Mar 22 โ€ข 06:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Norway works to resolve the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz

Norway is actively engaged in addressing the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz to ensure safe maritime traffic and mitigate international consequences arising from conflicts in the Persian Gulf region.

Mar 21 โ€ข 13:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
World

Donald Trump plans a risky takeover with troops of the Iranian oil island of Kharg to force the regime to free Hormuz

The US is advancing with a risky plan to occupy the Iranian island of Kharg to exert pressure on Tehran regarding maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 20 โ€ข 19:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

There is an option for the Strait of Hormuz, but its capacity is quite low

The Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime route, has seen a drastic reduction in ship traffic due to escalating tensions between the US, Israel, and Iran.

Mar 20 โ€ข 15:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Resilient hub in transfers: Piraeus

Piraeus port faces new challenges in container traffic due to escalating tensions in the Middle East affecting global maritime flows and supply chains.

Mar 20 โ€ข 10:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

Nearly 100 ships have crossed the Strait of Hormuz โ€“ Who and how they get the ticket

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has drastically reduced maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, with only a fraction of ships passing compared to pre-conflict levels.

Mar 20 โ€ข 04:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Oko.press
World

Hormuz Strait. There is a statement from Great Britain, Germany, France, Italy, Japan, and the Netherlands

Several nations, including the UK, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, and Japan, have condemned Iran's actions in the Strait of Hormuz and pledged to ensure the security of maritime traffic in the region.

Mar 19 โ€ข 16:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Iran considers charging fees for ships in the Strait of Hormuz, says legislator

Iran is contemplating imposing fees on vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, a significant trade route for global oil and gas.

Mar 19 โ€ข 12:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

According to IL: Finland will be asked for assistance in the Strait of Hormuz

Finland is set to be called upon to assist in securing maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, with Britain and France taking the lead.

Mar 19 โ€ข 07:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
World

There are more than 3,000 ships with 20,000 sailors stranded in the Gulf: they warn that the situation in Hormuz is 'unacceptable'

The article discusses the critical situation in the Strait of Hormuz, where over 3,000 foreign ships are stranded, affecting thousands of sailors due to blocked maritime traffic amid tensions and military actions involving the U.S. and Iran.

Mar 18 โ€ข 16:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
World

NATO Chief: Discussions on How to Open the Strait of Hormuz

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte announced ongoing discussions among member countries on the best strategy to resume shipping traffic in the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 18 โ€ข 15:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Orpo: Finland must be involved in discussions on securing maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz

Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo emphasizes the need for Finland to consider participation in securing maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz during a press event ahead of the European Council meeting in Brussels.

Mar 18 โ€ข 13:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
World

UN Organization: 3,200 Ships Trapped in the Persian Gulf

According to the International Maritime Organization, approximately 3,200 ships are now effectively trapped in the Persian Gulf due to Iranian threats affecting shipping traffic in and out of the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 18 โ€ข 09:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
World

US ships heading to Hormuz to challenge Iranian mines: high-risk mission to unblock oil

Two US warships are en route to the Middle East to counter Iranian naval mines and allow maritime traffic to flow through the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 17 โ€ข 16:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
World

Why Trump Cannot Make Hormuz Safe Enough

The article discusses the limitations of both the US and its allies in ensuring safe maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz amid President Trump's warnings about NATO's future.

Mar 17 โ€ข 06:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
World

A Pakistani oil tanker crossed the Strait of Hormuz amid blockade: pointing to a "safe passage" negotiated with Iran

A Pakistani oil tanker successfully traversed the Strait of Hormuz while maintaining its tracking system, suggesting it may have benefited from a negotiated safe passage with Iran.

Mar 16 โ€ข 13:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
World

No ships cross Strait of Hormuz for first time since conflict began, data shows

For the first time since the onset of the Middle East conflict, no ships have crossed the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns over commercial traffic in the region.

Mar 16 โ€ข 09:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Trump to FT: NATO's future does not look good if we do not get help in the Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump warns NATO allies of a very dark future if they do not assist the U.S. in securing maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 16 โ€ข 07:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Narod.hr
World

Ivica Graniฤ‡: The Hormuz Point of Suppression or How Iran Tightened the Weakest Point on the Planet

The article discusses how Iran has effectively blocked traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, claiming the blockade relies on threats and attacks rather than traditional military force.

Mar 16 โ€ข 06:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

South Korea will consider Trump's request for warships to the Strait of Hormuz

South Korea is considering a request from President Donald Trump to send warships to the Strait of Hormuz to ensure safe maritime traffic in the region.

Mar 15 โ€ข 07:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Difficult ice conditions disturb maritime traffic on three routes

Difficult ice conditions are currently disrupting maritime traffic on three routes in Estonia.

Mar 15 โ€ข 06:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
World

Trump calls on other countries to participate in securing the Strait of Hormuz

US President Donald Trump urged other nations to send ships to help secure the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing conflicts impacting maritime traffic.

Mar 14 โ€ข 16:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
World

Two tankers flying the Indian flag crossed the Strait of Hormuz

Two Indian-flagged oil tankers successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz amid heightened tensions and restrictions on maritime traffic by Iran.

Mar 14 โ€ข 11:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
World

War causes traffic in Hormuz to plummet 93.7% compared to 2025, says company

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has resulted in a dramatic 93.7% decline in maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, according to Lloyd's List Intelligence.

Mar 13 โ€ข 18:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
World

What can be done to protect shipping against Iran?

The article discusses the ongoing threat posed by Iran to maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital artery for global oil and gas trade, and explores possible measures to enhance shipping protection.

Mar 13 โ€ข 14:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

What we know: Everything about the ships of the shadow fleet

The article discusses Russia's acquisition of older oil tankers to circumvent sanctions imposed after the Ukraine war, leading to increased maritime traffic in the Baltic Sea.

Mar 13 โ€ข 11:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
World

Iran exports oil to China through the Strait of Hormuz as usual - despite the war

Iran continues to export oil through the Strait of Hormuz to China, despite the ongoing conflict that has significantly disrupted maritime traffic in the region.

Mar 12 โ€ข 16:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
World

Oil price surges after Iran attacks foreign vessels and worsens supply crisis

The price of oil has surged past $100 per barrel due to Iranian attacks on maritime traffic and energy infrastructure.

Mar 12 โ€ข 10:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
World

Shipping Traffic: Beware if these Arteries of World Trade Become Blocked

The article discusses the significance of key maritime chokepoints for global trade and the implications of their blockage.

Mar 12 โ€ข 06:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
World

Shipping Traffic: Woe if These Arteries of Global Trade Become Blocked

The article discusses the critical importance of maritime chokepoints for global trade and the current situation in key shipping routes like the Strait of Hormuz and the Suez Canal.

Mar 12 โ€ข 06:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ National Post
World

Why Iranian mines in the Strait of Hormuz would be a nightmare for the West

The article discusses the threat posed by Iranian naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz to Western maritime security and oil traffic, highlighting the complexities involved in demining the area.

Mar 12 โ€ข 02:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
World

Deployment of Sea Mines: How Iran Could Block the Strait of Hormuz

The article discusses the potential deployment of sea mines by Iran, which could severely hinder maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial shipping route.

Mar 11 โ€ข 17:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
World

32 countries will release 400 million barrels of oil from their reserves

Thirty-two countries of the International Energy Agency (IEA) will release 400 million barrels of their strategic reserves to compensate for supply losses due to disruptions in maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 11 โ€ข 15:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
World

One image summarizes the situation in the Strait of Hormuz

Traffic in the Strait of Hormuz has nearly halted due to Iranian threats against vessels, following an incident involving a Thai-flagged ship.

Mar 11 โ€ข 14:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

Naval War: See the drastic change in movement in the Strait of Hormuz after the conflict in the Middle East

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has caused a significant reduction in maritime traffic through the strategic Strait of Hormuz, critical for global oil transportation.

Mar 11 โ€ข 13:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

What is the impact of Iran's threat regarding the Strait of Hormuz?

Iran has issued a clear threat to the United States, stating that any American ship passing through the Strait of Hormuz will be destroyed, significantly affecting maritime traffic in the region.

Mar 11 โ€ข 10:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

If this route is closed, oil will not survive

Due to the Iran-US-Israel conflict, oil traffic through the Hormuz Strait is nearly halted, with reports suggesting Iran plans to block the Bab al-Mandab strait, a crucial maritime route connecting the Red Sea to the Arabian Sea.

Mar 11 โ€ข 07:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
World

Iran War Threatens Shipping: 'The Iranians Can Hit Almost Any Ship in the Persian Gulf'

Shipping expert Sal Mercogliano discusses the risks posed by the Iran war to maritime traffic, focusing on insurance and military response options.

Mar 11 โ€ข 05:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Kyiv Independent
World

France, allies preparing mission to escort ships through Strait of Hormuz, Macron says

French President Emmanuel Macron announced plans for a naval mission with allies to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz to ensure the safety of maritime traffic.

Mar 10 โ€ข 03:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

Trump: 'Death, Fire and Fury' if Iran Blocks the Strait of Hormuz

U.S. President Donald Trump issued a stern warning to Iran, threatening significant military retaliation if Tehran attempts to disrupt maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 10 โ€ข 02:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

The Netherlands sends a frigate to the Mediterranean for the protection of Cyprus

The Netherlands government announced it will send a frigate to the Mediterranean at France's request to assist in the protection of Cyprus and ensure maritime traffic amid rising tensions in the Middle East.

Mar 9 โ€ข 18:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
World

War in the Middle East: the EU warns of a 'major inflationary shock' in the event of prolonged conflict

The European Union has warned of significant inflationary risks if the conflict in the Middle East continues, particularly due to disruptions in maritime traffic and energy infrastructure attacks.

Mar 9 โ€ข 14:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
World

The Strait of Hormuz Suffocates Traffic. Fuel Prices for Tankers in Asia Rise

The article discusses how congestion in the Strait of Hormuz is impacting maritime traffic and driving up fuel prices for tankers operating in Asia.

Mar 8 โ€ข 08:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
World

Crisis in the Strait of Hormuz: Attacks Paralyze Traffic, and Only Iranian Oil Tankers Pass Through the Route

Iranian oil tankers are currently the only large vessels able to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, as attacks have led to a near shutdown of maritime traffic for the past six days.

Mar 8 โ€ข 02:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
World

Global economy at risk of collapse. Nightmare barrel at 150 dollars

Global oil prices are surging due to disrupted maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, with significant logistical companies halting services in the region.

Mar 7 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

Damage to the economy is a weapon that Iran has used to force negotiations

Iran is using economic disruption as a tactic to force negotiations by threatening maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 7 โ€ข 01:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
World

Middle East crisis shifts maritime traffic to African coasts

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has led to a significant increase in maritime traffic around the African coasts as shipping routes are redirected from the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 6 โ€ข 14:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Thousands stuck in the Persian Gulf: "Difficult security situation"

Tensions in the Persian Gulf have left thousands of sailors stranded as Iran threatens to halt traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 6 โ€ข 13:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

4 Questions Reveal the Reason for Air and Maritime Traffic Disruption in the Wars of 2026?

The article discusses the disruption of air and maritime navigation in the Middle East as a result of a 'silent war' driven by technology that manipulates digital signals, which has redefined the nature of conflict in 2026.

Mar 6 โ€ข 04:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

Klaipeda Lighthouse Complex - Registered as a Cultural Heritage Property

The Klaipeda Lighthouse, built in 1952, has been registered as a cultural heritage property due to its historical significance and as a vital navigation point for maritime traffic.

Mar 5 โ€ข 17:32 UTC

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