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Conflict & Security · Middle EastArmed group seizes tanker in Gulf of Aden, diverts it toward Somalia
A tanker was boarded by six armed people in the Gulf of Aden on 20 August 2026 and redirected toward Somalia, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations said. No group has claimed responsibility, and the crew’s safety remains unclear. Regional tensions have risen since July after Yemen’s Houthi group announced a ban on vessels linked to Saudi Arabia.
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US Senator criticised for Taiwan remarks as South China Sea tensions rise
US Senator Darline Graham faced backlash after saying national security was 'not my thing' during a debate on Taiwan and the South China Sea. The regions are key to global trade and US-China relations, with Beijing asserting sovereignty over both despite international rulings and US support for Taiwan’s defence.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastHouthi attack kills six including three Pakistanis off Yemen
A Houthi attack on a ship in the Red Sea killed six people, including three Pakistani nationals, Yemen’s coastguard reported. Pakistan’s foreign minister called the strike a violation of international law, while outlets diverged on whether the vessel was commercial or unspecified.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS diverts 53 vessels in Strait of Hormuz amid Iran blockade
The US Central Command diverted 53 commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, disabled two, and boarded two others as part of a blockade against Iran. Over 30 ships were allowed passage for humanitarian aid, while the US Treasury targeted digital asset platforms linked to Iranian entities.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastShip attacked in Strait of Hormuz, UKMTO reports
A cargo ship was hit by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, the British Maritime Safety Authority said. The attack, near Oman’s coast, follows previous incidents involving Tehran’s forces in the key oil and gas export route.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastCargo vessel hit by projectile off Oman, UKMTO confirms investigation
A cargo vessel broadcast a distress call after being struck by an unknown projectile off Oman’s Al Khasab coast on 29 July 2026. The UK Maritime Trade Operations confirmed the incident and said authorities are investigating. No left- or centre-rated outlets reported the event.
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