At least three ships sailing from Iranian ports crossed the Hormuz Strait despite a US military blockade, but some vessels taking the route later turned back, maritime tracking data indicated Tuesday. They were among at least seven Iran-linked vessels that passed through the strait after Washington’s blockade came into effect at 1400 GMT on Monday, […]
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Trump’s $893 billion defense budget focuses on drones, missiles over fighter jets
WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump has proposed an $892.6 billion defense and national security budget for 2026, keeping spending flat but shifting priorities. His plan includes fewer Navy jobs, ships, and fighter jets, while increasing investment in high-tech drones, advanced missiles, and troop pay raises. The budget recommends a 3.8% pay raise for military personnel […]
UN notified of ships targeted in UAE waters
Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Norway have notified the United Nations about the sabotage attack that targeted four commercial ships in the territorial waters of the UAE on May 12. In a written statement, the trio jointly said the attack “posed a threat to the safety and security” of international shipping and maritime […]
South Korean ship detained for allegedly providing oil to North Korea
A South Korean ship is being held at a domestic port over suspicions that it illegally provided oil to heavily sanctioned North Korea, Seoul officials said Wednesday. A South Korean coast guard official said Wednesday the 5,160-ton P-PIONEER has been prevented from leaving Busan port since October over allegations that it was used to supply […]