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2026-01-18 18:32 UTC
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China, Russia, Iran Hold ‘BRICS PLUS’ Naval Drills In South Africa
China, Russia, and Iran have initiated a week-long joint naval exercise named Exercise WILL FOR PEACE 2026 near Cape Town, South Africa. The drills aim to enhance maritime security and support economi...
Shadow Fleet: US Plans to Intercept All Ships
The article discusses reports suggesting the United States intends to intensify maritime security measures by intercepting all ships under suspicion of engaging in illegal activities. This move is fra...
New Trump-Xi Showdown Looms as Chinese Tankers Head to Venezuela Despite Blockade
Chinese tankers are reportedly proceeding towards Venezuela despite a US-led maritime blockade aimed at curbing the transfer of oil resources and related economic support from China to Venezuela....
AmCham Ukraine Calls on International Partners to Strengthen Air, Maritime Defense over Ukraine’s Black Sea Port Infrastructure
The American Chamber of Commerce in Ukraine (AmCham) is urging international partners to enhance air and maritime defense measures around Ukrainian ports on the Black Sea. This move aims to protect gl...
Maritime defence in the Mediterranean faces challenges from vulnerable land power
The Mediterranean region stands as a vital energy corridor and faces significant threats from hybrid warfare tactics in the grey zone. With navies increasingly integrating AI data centers into their o...
India-Oman Joint Statement Charts Path For Enhanced Trade, Energy, Maritime Security, And Cultural Ties
During Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Muscat from December 17-18, 2025, India and Oman signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) and a Joint Vision Document on Maritime Coo...
Trump Speaks on Caribbean Interception of Oil Vessel Olina
President Trump has made statements regarding the interception of an oil tanker named Olina by U.S. forces in Caribbean waters. The incident is part of ongoing security operations aimed at monitoring ...
US Values Force in Detaining Oil Tanker Bella 1
The United States has valued the use of force in detaining an oil tanker named Bella 1. The incident highlights the assertive maritime security measures being taken by the US to ensure freedom of navi...
US Pursues Third Oil Tanker Near Venezuela
The United States is currently pursuing its third oil tanker near Venezuelan waters as part of ongoing maritime security operations and economic sanctions enforcement against the country....
Shadow Fleet Tankers Significantly Change Course
The shadow fleet tankers are significantly changing their course and behavior, indicating potential strategic shifts or responses to current maritime conditions and regulations. This alteration in the...