Maritime Security

2 articles

US Navy warships escorting a large cargo ship through the Strait of Hormuz, asserting freedom of navigation.

US Forces Ensure Passage After Iran Claims Hormuz Strait Closure

For the first time in 110 days, major international shipping companies are moving vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, defying Iran's declared closure.

Ethan Caldwell·June 23, 2026

Royal Marine Commandos boarding a sanctioned Russian oil tanker, the Smyrtos, in the English Channel during a maritime enforcement operation.

Corporate Strategy

British forces to intercept sanctioned Russian oil tanker

Royal Marine Commandos and law enforcement officers are set to board and seize the sanctioned Russian shadow fleet oil tanker Smyrtos in the English Channel in 2026.

Rafael Montoya·June 14, 2026