Blocking of proposal backed by Oman signals new threat to free passage through strait vital to world economy

TEHRAN/MUSCAT -- Iran and Oman issued a joint statement on Tuesday, saying that they are committed to ensuring the safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, and that all…

Joint working group to discuss shipping navigation, associated services and costs

A major evacuation plan is now underway for over 11,000 seafarers aboard hundreds of ships stranded in the Gulf. Following a ceasefire deal between Iran and the U.S., the UN's…