Iran, Strait of Hormuz and oil tankers

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US Navy fires on two Iranian oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz as both sides trade live fire overnight
American warships opened fire on two Iranian oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz during the early hours of May 8, 2026, disabling both vessels in an exchange of live fire that marks the most direct military confrontation between the United States and Iran in years.

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Iran Reimposes Control of Strait of Hormuz and Fires on Tankers
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Iranian gunboats fire on tanker transiting the Strait of Hormuz, UK military says
IMF board clears Pakistan to access $1.32 billion
The International Monetary Fund said on Friday ​that its board had completed reviews of ‌some of its agreements with Pakistan, clearing the way for the South Asian nation to access about $1.32 billion...

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Iran latest: US forces disable two Iranian vessels violating blockade
Trump calls Iran attacks a 'trifle' but says ceasefire holds: Live updates
U.S. fires on 2 more tankers as Washington expects Iran response on deal
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the U.S. was expecting a response from Iran on a peace proposal Friday, adding, "we'll see what the response entails" and that he hopes it's "a serious offer."

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Tehran could withstand blockade for four months, CIA report shows, as fighting flares
Iran Puts Trump ‘On Hold’ In First Response To US Offer, Sends Sharp Warning | Watch
2 Indian-Flagged Ships Fired Upon In Hormuz: What We Know, In 5 Points
Two Indian-flagged vessels came under attack from Iranian gunboats in the Strait of Hormuz today, sources said. No one was injured and the vessels were not damaged, they said. The two ships had to turn back after the incident northeast of Oman.
Distress call captures tanker under fire, Iran shuts Hormuz trapping thousands of sailors
Hundreds of oil tankers are stranded at the Strait of Hormuz after Iran shut the chokepoint, with crews reporting gunfire and traumatic experiences.
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India-bound LPG tanker Sarv Shakti crosses Strait of Hormuz amid US naval blockade
Sarv Shakti's transit represent the first India-linked tanker which has passed through the route since a US blockade was imposed weeks earlier.
US military says it intercepted Iranian attacks on 3 Navy ships in Strait of Hormuz
Iran has said it is reviewing new U.S. proposals to end the war, as U.S. President Donald Trump threatens more bombing if no deal is reached
US says ceasefire with Iran is holding despite attacks in the Strait of Hormuz and against the UAE
The Iran war risks reigniting after the U.S. tried to force open the Strait of Hormuz for commercial shipping, firing on Iranian forces and sinking six small boats targeting ships.