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Pentagon shake-up continues: US navy secretary John Phelan steps down abruptly amid war with Iran

US Navy secretary John Phelan has abruptly resigned, with Hung Cao stepping in as acting chief. This departure occurs amidst heightened regional tensions, including the Navy's blockade of Iranian ports and ongoing operations in critical waterways. Phelan's exit is the latest in a series of significant leadership changes within the…

The Times of India

Voices: As Trump blinks first on Iran, a glimmer of hope emerges for peace in the Middle East

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: Pressure from China and hostile public opinion at home should concentrate Maga Republican minds and push the president towards jaw-jaw rather than war-war

The Independent UK

Neither War nor Peace With Iran

The Trump administration is stuck in a standoff that is unstable and damaging to the entire world.

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Third victim dies after being shot at grocery store in ‘random’ attack sparked by ‘argument over A/C’

One of the other the victims was an auditor for the Department of Homeland Security who was walking her dog near the suspect’s home

The Independent UK

Dollar Weakens on Hopes US-Iran Peace Talks to Resume

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Monday fell by -0.05%. The dollar gave up an early advance on Monday and turned lower after the New York Post reported that Vice President Vance is on his way to Pakistan for talks with Iran, and that President Trump is open to meeting...

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Dollar Climbs as US-Iran War Tensions Rise

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.08%. The dollar is climbing today on ramped-up tensions in the Middle East after Iran on Saturday said the Strait of Hormuz was closed for shipping following a refusal by the US to lift a naval blockade of Iran's vessels. Also,...

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Both the US and Iran are firing on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Are both sides acting lawfully?

Over the past several days, there have been conflicting reports about the Strait of Hormuz. It’s difficult to know what’s happening from one moment to the next.

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US Navy Fires on Iranian Vessel as IRGC Claims It Forced US Retreat—Fears of Wider Gulf Escalation Intensify

Reported US–Iran naval clash in Gulf heightens tensions; conflicting accounts, no independent verification, underscoring strategic stakes and risk of escalation.

International Business Times UK

'Global, 24/7, all-weather reconnaissance coverage': China deployed "Eye of Sauron" satellite that can track ships — and the US Navy — from its safe sky abode

China demonstrates geosynchronous satellite ship tracking, raising concerns about persistent global surveillance and reduced concealment for naval operations in contested waters.

TechRadar

Watch: How is the US Navy enforcing blockade amid Hormuz deadlock

US Navy forces, aboard the USS Michael Murphy, diverted a merchant vessel in the Gulf of Oman to enforce restrictions on Iran's maritime routes. This operation, involving over 10,000 personnel and multiple naval assets, aims to sustain maritime enforcement in regional waters.

The Times of India

Sanctioned ships call Trump’s bluff on Hormuz blockade, no action taken against them whatsoever

China says it refuses to be "bullied" by Trump.

We Got This Covered

How a US blockade near the Strait of Hormuz could work and the impact ahead for the global economy

A blockade of Iranian ports that President Donald Trump said began Monday could further disrupt oil prices

The Independent UK

Iran's Foreign Minister Said Talks Got to Within Inches of a Deal — Then Trump Announced a Blockade and Walked Out

Negotiations between the US and Iran in Islamabad nearly reached a breakthrough before collapsing due to shifting demands and pressure from the US side.

International Business Times UK

Australia won't join Trump's Strait of Hormuz blockade

Australia has not been asked to help stop ships travelling through the critical Middle East waterway and doesn't expect to be, the prime minister says.

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The Independent UK

The Latest: US military warns it will blockade Iranian ports after ceasefire talks end

President Donald Trump said the U.S. Navy will swiftly begin a blockade of ships entering or leaving the Strait of Hormuz after U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks in Pakistan ended without an agreement

Fortune

Here’s how a U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz could work. ‘This is a big task, and it’s a big gamble’

“It puts economic pressure on Tehran without destroying the oil facilities, which you should want to preserve into the future.”

The Times of India

Strait to crisis: Trump orders Hormuz blockade after talks sink

Trump has declared an immediate naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz following failed diplomatic talks with Iran. Trump stated Iran's alleged "extortion" would cease, vowing military action if necessary. This move, potentially illegal under international law, threatens global energy supplies, impacting major Asian economies and allies, while potentially benefiting…

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“Giorgio could have farted and I would have sung it!”

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German XXL frigate on the horizon - but when will the super warship arrive?

Germany does not have an aircraft carrier, but is planning the largest frigate in the world - the F126. It is due to set sail in 2029 and will be suitable for submarine hunting or drone operations, depending on the mission. But there are problems with the vessel. When will…

The Conversation

How sea mines threaten global trade, and how navies detect them

U.S. intelligence officials have assessed that Iranian forces have deployed a small number of mines in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical choke point for global shipping, according to reports. The move gives the Iranians a means, along with missiles and drones, of threatening ships.

International Business Times UK

Nine Months, Broken Toilets, and One Laundry Fire Later, the USS Gerald Ford Is Facing 14 Months Out of Action

The USS Gerald R. Ford, the US Navy's most advanced aircraft carrier, faces a potential 14-month maintenance period after a fire incident, exposing a broader maintenance crisis.

International Business Times UK

The Strait of Hormuz Standoff: Why a 5-Day Delay Won't End the 'De Facto Blockade'

President Trump has postponed his ultimatum to strike Iranian power plants for five days, but the Strait of Hormuz remains a 'de facto' minefield. Discover why the US Navy's traditional power is struggling against Iran's asymmetric siege and the bizarre 'China Owner' tags tankers are using to survive.

International Business Times UK

USS Gerald R. Ford Fire Triggers Navy Probe Into Whether Sailors Sabotaged Ship To End 11-Month Deployment Amid Iran War

The US Navy is investigating whether the fire aboard the USS Gerald R. Ford was deliberately set by sailors, amid a challenging deployment.

International Business Times UK

'They Were Extended. Then Extended Again' — USS Gerald R Ford Sailors Now Suspected of Sabotage to Avoid Continuing Deployment

The US Navy is investigating whether the fire aboard the USS Gerald R Ford was deliberately set by sailors, amid extended deployment and operational strain.

International Business Times UK

US Navy's Solution for China's Growing Fleet is Wall-Climbing Robots That Crawl Warships for Speed Repairs

The US Navy is using wall-climbing robots to inspect and repair warships faster, addressing maintenance delays as China's naval fleet expands.

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