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World : Qatar Temporarily Suspends All Maritime Activities Amid US-Iran Escalation

ISTANBUL, July 12 (Bernama-Anadolu) -- Qatar on Sunday advised owners and users of maritime vessels to temporarily suspend sailing and all forms of maritime activities until further notice amid an outburst of fighting between the United States (US) and Iran, Anadolu Ajansi (AA) reported.

Qatar condemns attacks on shipping in Strait of Hormuz, urges diplomacy

Doha, July 9 (SANA) Qatar on Thursday condemned attacks targeting commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and called on all parties to remain committed to dialogue and diplomacy amid renewed military tensions between the United States and Iran. According to the Qatar News Agency (QNA), Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman []

"Unacceptable attack": Qatar condemns strike on vessel 'Al-Rekayyat', holds Iran legally responsible

Doha [Qatar], July 8 (ANI): Qatar has strongly condemned the targeting of its vessel 'Al-Rekayyat' while it was transiting near the Strait of Hormuz on Monday night, describing the incident as an 'unacceptable attack' on international maritime navigation and global energy security.In a post on X on Tuesday, Majed Al Ansari, Advisor to the Prime Minister and official spokesperson for Qatar's Ministry of Foreign A

Qatari PM says ‘work continues’ on US-Iran negotiations

Qatari PM says ‘work continues’ on US-Iran negotiations Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani has indicated that diplomatic efforts surrounding the US-Iran negotiations remain active, sharing a photograph with US negotiators JD Vance and Jared Kushner from Switzerland. In a post on X, Sheikh Mohammed wrote: Live from Lucerne, work continues. The brief update came as mediators from Qatar and Pakistan continued efforts to advance implementation of the memorandum of understanding between Washington and Tehran, following a day of talks that both sides described as constructive and productive. His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs @MBA_AlThani_, during the proceedings of the Lucerne : Qatar will stay dedicated to this partnership to support these mediations until the end, until we reach a solution. We pic.twitter.com/h17dYgUq8w — Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Qatar (@MofaQatar_EN) June 21, 2026

Kuwait takes part in GCC foreign ministers’ coordination meeting

AMMAN: Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah led Kuwait’s delegation to the ministerial coordination meeting of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) foreign ministers, h...

Al-Baour discusses with the Qatari Minister of State for Foreign Affairs the relations of cooperation between the two countries and ways to support them.

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Iran, Oman stress need for coordination on Strait of Hormuz traffic in foreign minister call

DUBAI, June 25 (Reuters) - The foreign ministers of Iran and Oman stressed the need for continued bilateral coordination on maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz during a phone call on Thursday, Iranian state media reported.Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi and his Omani counterpart Badr al-Busaidi discussed recent regional developments, including maritime arrangements in the strait and temporary measures set for a 60-day period, a statement on Araqchi's Telegram account said.

LIVE: Vessel tracker shows Strait of Hormuz after ship hit near Oman

Vessel tracker showing Strait of Hormuz traffic. Tehran reasserted its right to control shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and warned Gulf states against siding with the U.S., a day after an attack on a ship near Oman highlighted the fragility ‌of a preliminary deal to end the Iran war. #straitofhormuz #iran #iranwar #us #hormuz #oman #ships #marinetraffic #live #Reuters #News Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/

[Photo] JUST IN: 🇨🇳 China demands the Strait of Hormuz remain open and safe for all commercial [...]

JUST IN: China demands the Strait of Hormuz remain open and safe for all commercial vessels.@BRICSNews

US-led Bahrain talks focus on Hormuz shipping, Mideast defense: CENTCOM

CENTCOM says officials from 12 countries discussed Strait of Hormuz shipping, air defense coordination

Abu Dhabi Maritime CEO: New maritime business directory supports emirate’s efforts to attract global investment

Abu Dhabi Maritime CEO: New maritime business directory supports emirate’s efforts to attract global investment

Qatari PM speaks for keeping free passage in Strait of Hormuz

Qatar’s principled position is that it opposes changing the status of the Strait of Hormuz from what it was before the war, Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani said

Fleet Management Champions 'Silent' Seafarers Navigating Rising Geopolitical Tensions

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 25 June 2026 - To mark the International Day of the Seafarer, Fleet Management Limited (Fleet Management) has called for greater global recognition of the silent professionals keeping global supply chains moving, alongside the launch of Pulse, its new ...

Oman establishes temporary shipping corridor through Strait of Hormuz

Muscat: Oman has coordinated with the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) to establish a temporary maritime corridor for vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, according to the Oman News Agency (ONA).The temporary route will be available to all vessels based on navigational coordinates announced by the IMO and the relevant Omani authorities, with ships required to coordinate transit arrangements directly with the organisation.ONA said the measure reflects Oman's responsibility towards the Strait of Hormuz and its vital role in the global economy, while reaffirming the Sultanate's commitment to international law and the law of the sea, ensuring freedom of navigation through the strategic waterway without the imposition of transit fees.The agency added that the move is also consistent with the outcomes of diplomatic efforts and understandings reached between the United States and Iran.

Iran arah kapal tangki guna laluan ditetapkan di Selat Hormuz

DUBAI: Iran pada Khamis memberi amaran kepada semua kapal tangki minyak yang melalui Selat Hormuz supaya menggunakan laluan pelayaran yang diluluskan oleh negara itu atau berdepan tindak balas tegas dari­pada angkatan tenteranya. Amaran itu sekali gus mening­katkan semula ketegangan di laluan perkapalan yang menjadi nadi bekalan tenaga dunia. Ia dikeluarkan oleh Markas Tentera Khatam al-Anbiya ... Read more The post Iran arah kapal tangki guna laluan ditetapkan di Selat Hormuz appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Hormuz evacuation plan to begin for ships stranded in the Gulf, maritime organization says

More than 11,000 seafarers stuck in the Arabian Gulf will begin to exit through the Strait of Hormuz under a large-scale evacuation plan backed by Iran and the United States, the International Maritime Organization said Tuesday. “We have secured the necessary safety guarantees and have thoroughly verified the conditions for safe navigation to support these operations,” IMO []

Qatar Coordinating Strait of Hormuz Transit Together With Oman - Foreign Ministry

DOHA (Sputnik) - Qatar is coordinating the passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz together with Oman, Qatari Foreign Ministry spokesman Majed Al-Ansari said on Tuesday.

Shipowners Wrestle With Hormuz Risks as US-Iran Deal Crumbles

Shipowners painted a mixed picture of their willingness to continue transiting the Strait of Hormuz in the hours after President Donald Trump said the US ceasefire with Iran is “over.”

Qatar PM on preventing US-Iran talks from escalation

Qatar's PM Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani told Al Jazeera that safeguards have been put in place to prevent US-Iran negotiations from regional escalation, including tensions in Lebanon and the Strait of Hormuz, stressing diplomacy and respect for agreements. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile

Texas AG Paxton ends wind turbine blade dumping, forces cleanup

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has secured a temporary injunction stopping companies from accepting shipments of wind turbine blades. The injunction against Global Fiberglass Solutions and other affiliated entities also forces the companies to begin cleanup of two facilities in Sweetwater, where thousands of discarded turbine blades have been illegally stockpiled. “This is a victory for []...Click to read more

Iran declares closure of Hormuz Strait

TEHRAN, July 12 (YPA) – Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy announced the Strait of Hormuz is closed until further notice and until US interventions cease. In a statement released early Sunday, the IRGC Navy said that as announce previously, “foreign interference and the illegal designation of the route of ships in the Strait []

Crown Prince, Trump discuss US-Iran talks and regional developments

JEDDAH — Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman received a phone call on Frinday from the US President Donald Trump to discuss bilateral relations, regional developments and ongoing US-Iran talks.During the call, the two leaders reviewed cooperation between Saudi Arabia and the United States and explored ways to further strengthen ties across a number of sectors.They also discussed several regional and international issues and exchanged views on the latest developments.The call included discussions on the current situation in the region, including the ongoing talks between the United States and Iran.The two leaders emphasized the importance of safeguarding maritime security and ensuring the safety of international shipping lanes, while reaffirming support for efforts aimed at promoting security and stability across the region.

Iran Warns of Decisive Response to Any U.S. Interference in Hormuz

The Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters declares the strait a ‘red line.’ On Thursday, Iran’s main military command, the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters (KCHQ), warned that any U.S. interference in the Strait of Hormuz will be met with the Iranian armed forces’ “decisive and swift” response. RELATED: White House Envoys Arrive in Doha for Talks with []

China Calls for Unimpeded Passage in Strait of Hormuz Amid Fee Discussions

(NaturalNews) Chinaâs Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun said Friday that resuming safe and unimpeded passage through the Strait of Hormuz serves the interests...

Oman Issues New Guidelines for Ships Transiting Strait of Hormuz

MUSCAT, Jun 25: Oman, in coordination with the International Maritime Organization, has issued updated guidelines for vessels navigating through the Strait of Hormuz, aimed at ensu...

DFA chief says 2016 South China Sea arbitration ruling is a permanent anchor

MANILA — The Philippines’ foreign minister said on Friday that a 2016 South China Sea arbitral award on the South China Sea was an “unshakable permanent anchor” of the rules-based international order. Maria Theresa Lazaro in a speech said the Philippines, which has been in a long-running dispute with China, keeps lines of communication open and will [] The post DFA chief says 2016 South China Sea arbitration ruling is a permanent anchor appeared first on Interaksyon.

Qatar Suspends Maritime Activities Amid Gulf Security Escalation

Qatar has suspended all maritime activities until further notice as a precautionary measure, according to the Ministry of Transport.

Hormuz closure strands almost 1,200 cargo ships with $125bn worth of goods

‘Unprecedented’ blockade of the strait raises concerns about the future of global maritime trade, says insurer Allianz