UK Maritime Trade Operations
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View Timeline →Maritime Incident Occurs Off the Coast of Yemen + Details
A maritime incident has been reported by the UK Maritime Trade Operations Organization near Yemen. The details of the incident are currently unclear, but it…
Oil Tanker Hit by Projectiles in Strait of Hormuz, Reports UKMTO
An oil tanker was struck by three unknown projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by the UK Maritime Trade Operations center. The incident…
A 'projectile' strikes a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz near Oman
A tanker in the Strait of Hormuz was reportedly struck by an unknown projectile, leading to it being out of service. The incident occurred near…
U.S. Confirms No Talks with Iran Amid Ongoing Maritime Attacks in Strait of Hormuz
A projectile struck a ship departing from the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by the British military. The U.S. has stated that there are no…
UK Maritime Agency Warns of Severe Security Threat in Strait of Hormuz Amid US-Iran Tensions
The UK Maritime Trade Operations has declared a 'severe' security threat level in the Strait of Hormuz due to escalating military tensions between the US…
US revokes Iran oil waiver after Hormuz attacks
The Trump administration revoked a temporary waiver for Iranian oil sales following Iranian strikes on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. This decision, described…
Tanker Struck by Unknown Projectile Near Strait of Hormuz Amid Rising Tensions
A tanker was struck by an unknown projectile near the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by the UK Maritime Trade Operations. This incident occurs amidst…
Tanker Struck by Unidentified Projectile in Strait of Hormuz, Reports UK Maritime Agency
A tanker was hit by an unidentified projectile while transiting the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by the UK Maritime Trade Operations. This incident raises…
Vessel Seized Near UAE Heading Towards Iranian Waters, UKMTO Reports
A vessel has been seized off the coast of Fujairah, UAE, and is reportedly heading towards Iranian waters, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations…
Ship Seized Near UAE Heading Toward Iranian Waters, UKMTO Reports
A ship seized off the coast of Fujairah, UAE, was reported to be heading towards Iranian waters, raising concerns about maritime security in the region.…
'Drone Attack on Cargo Vessel Near Qatar Raises Regional Security Concerns'
A cargo vessel was attacked by a drone off the coast of Qatar, causing a fire but no injuries. The incident occurred in Qatari waters…
Qatar Confirms Drone Attack on Cargo Vessel Linked to Iranian Activity
Qatar confirmed a drone attack on a cargo vessel off its coast, which originated from Abu Dhabi, causing a fire but no injuries. This incident…
Bulk Carrier Attacked by Small Craft Off Iran, Reports UKMTO
A bulk carrier reported being attacked by multiple small craft off the coast of Iran, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). This incident…
Dramatic Decline in Strait of Hormuz Shipping Traffic Amid Rising West Asia Tensions
Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has plummeted by over 90% due to heightened tensions following US and Israeli strikes on Iran and Tehran's…
Britain Warns About IRGC's Attempts to Drag Foreign Ships into Iranian Waters
The UK has issued a warning regarding the IRGC's attempts to compel foreign ships into Iranian waters amidst ongoing military exercises. This situation is exacerbated…
British Security Agencies: Two Ships Targeted Near Yemen
British security agencies reported that two ships were attacked near Yemen by Houthi rebels, who threatened to escalate operations against international shipping in response to…
Houthis Claim to Have Targeted 'MSC Sara' Ship in the Arabian Sea
The Houthis claimed responsibility for a missile attack on the 'MSC Sara' ship, which they allege is linked to Israel. Despite the attack, the ship…
Explosion Occurs Near Commercial Ship East of Aden Port
An explosion occurred near a commercial ship off the coast of Aden, Yemen, with no reported injuries among the crew. Iranian-backed Houthi militants have intensified…
Rescue of Crew from 'Verbena' Ship; CENTCOM: Iranian 'Jamaran' Frigate Did Not Respond to Their Distress Call
The crew of the cargo ship 'Verbena' was forced to abandon ship after being attacked by Houthi missiles, with the Iranian frigate 'Jamaran' failing to…
Crew of Greek Ship Attacked by Houthis Evacuated; One Person Missing
The crew of a Greek ship attacked by Houthi militants has been evacuated, with one crew member missing. The incident highlights ongoing maritime threats in…