US Shoots Down Iran Drones Near Hormuz

By BPN News Desk June 7, 2026

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The U.S. military said it shot down two Iranian one-way attack drones that threatened international maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, marking another flashpoint in the escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran. US Downs Iran Drones Near Strait Of Hormuz U.S. Central Command said

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U.S. Denies Iran Claim On Hormuz Deal

By BPN News Desk May 27, 2026

The United States has rejected an Iranian state media report claiming that Washington and Tehran had reached a draft understanding to reopen commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. The White House called the claim a “complete fabrication,” even as reports suggested indirect talks over Gulf shipping security were continuing. Iran Claim On Strait Of […]

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Tanker Hit By Explosion Off Oman Coast

By BPN News Desk May 27, 2026

A Greek-owned crude tanker reported an external explosion off the coast of Oman, prompting a maritime security alert in the Gulf of Oman. Authorities said the vessel and crew were safe, while the cause of the incident remained unknown. Oman Tanker Explosion Reported The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations said the tanker reported an external […]

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Iran Warns US Over Hormuz Mission

By BPN News Desk May 4, 2026

Iran has warned the United States against entering the Strait of Hormuz after President Donald Trump said Washington would help guide stranded ships out of the key Gulf waterway. Iran Warning On Strait Of Hormuz Tehran said any US or foreign military entry into the Strait of Hormuz without coordination would be treated as a […]

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Only Five Ships Cross Strait Of Hormuz In 24 Hours

By BPN News Desk April 25, 2026

Only Five Ships Cross Strait Of Hormuz In 24 Hours Shipping movement through the Strait of Hormuz has fallen sharply, with only five ships passing through the key Gulf waterway in 24 hours. The slowdown comes amid heightened security fears after Iran seized two container ships and the United States continued its blockade of Iranian […]

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Iran Says First Hormuz Toll Revenue Received

By BPN News Desk April 24, 2026

Iran has said it has received its first revenue from tolls imposed on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy route. The claim comes amid heightened tensions involving Iran, the United States and Israel, with the waterway remaining central to global oil and gas trade. Iran Claims Hormuz Toll Revenue Deposited […]

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Iran Blocks Indian Tanker Near Hormuz

By BPN News Desk April 19, 2026

An Indian-flagged oil tanker was blocked near the Strait of Hormuz as Iranian forces tightened control over ship movements in the region. The reported incident, captured on video clips circulating online, showed the vessel being ordered to turn back, underscoring the growing tension around one of the world’s most critical maritime chokepoints. Indian Tanker Stopped […]

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US Begins Iran Port Blockade As Oil Eases

By BPN News Desk April 14, 2026

US Begins Iran Port Blockade As Oil Eases Below $100 The United States has begun enforcing its blockade on Iranian ports, opening a new phase in the maritime standoff with Tehran even as oil prices eased below $100 on hopes that dialogue could still resume. The move follows the collapse of weekend talks in Islamabad, […]

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US To Begin Blockade Of Iranian Ports

By BPN News Desk April 13, 2026

US To Begin Blockade Of Iranian Ports The United States military has said it will begin a blockade of Iranian ports on Monday after talks between the warring sides in Pakistan collapsed without an agreement. The move marks a major escalation in the standoff, even as Iran warned it would treat any such action as […]

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US To Block Ships Bound For Iranian Ports

By BPN News Desk April 13, 2026

The United States military has said it will begin enforcing a blockade on maritime traffic entering and leaving Iranian ports from Monday, marking a sharp escalation after ceasefire talks with Iran failed to produce an agreement. Officials said the move does not amount to a full closure of the Strait of Hormuz, as ships heading […]