Iran shifting tactics to step up attacks on shipping before US vote, officials say

October 14, 2026 10:35 AM

Iran shifting tactics to step up attacks on shipping before US vote, officials say

Iran is deploying new tactics to target ships sailing through the Strait of Hormuz as it seeks to keep oil prices high and influence the US midterm elections, two senior Iranian officials told Reuters. Tehran has tried to exert control over the Strait of Hormuz since the US and Israel launched strikes against Iran on February 28. It has restricted passage through the waterway, which carried about a fifth of global oil and liquefied natural gas trade before the war, in an effort to gain leverage...

India steps up maritime patrols to prevent illegal intrusions from Bangladesh

August 13, 2024 1:33 PM

India steps up maritime patrols to prevent illegal intrusions from Bangladesh

In response to the recent political upheaval in Bangladesh following the departure of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, India has significantly increased maritime surveillance along the international boundary line. Anupam Rai, Deputy Director General of the Indian Coast Guard, told ANI on Monday that security has been bolstered to address potential threats. "After the political unrest in Bangladesh, Indian Coast Guard has enhanced its patrolling and surveillance along the international marit...