Tensions are high in the Persian Gulf as at least eight ships, including oil tankers, reversed course near the Omani coast, signaling Iran's continued assertion of control over the Strait of Hormuz. Despite a US-Iran deal to reopen the waterway, vessels report warnings from Iranian forces. While traffic has increased, it remains below pre-war levels, highlighting ongoing complexities for global oil markets.

Iran's joint military command has issued a stern warning to all oil tankers traversing the Strait of Hormuz. Vessels must adhere strictly to approved routes, or face immediate and…

Iran's joint military command warned on Thursday that all oil tankers transiting the Strait of Hormuz must follow routes approved by Tehran or face an "immediate and forceful…

DUBAI: Iran’s joint military command warned on Thursday that all oil tankers moving through the Strait of Hormuz must use its approved routes or face a “forceful response,”…

Tensions are high in the Persian Gulf as at least eight ships, including oil tankers, reversed course near the Omani coast, signaling Iran's continued assertion of control over…

Oil tankers near the Omani coast are reversing course as Iranian forces assert control over the Strait of Hormuz, complicating global oil market recovery post-conflict.

"The line is long and deep—an important signal that the logistical chain is reconnecting and..."

Four vessels attempting to transit the Strait of Hormuz via the route along Oman’s coast have altered course, ship-tracing firm Windward said.

Iran has repeatedly said that vessels should only transit the strait through the route designated and authorized by the Islamic Republic.

Oil and gas tankers navigate the Oman-side route in Hormuz after U-turns, amid rising tensions and shipping risks.