Trump says Iran is making up strikes on ships to drive up oil prices

President Trump said Iran was trying to drive up oil prices before the midterms by lying about ships hitting mines or being struck by projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz.

• Oct 22

Tehran says Strait of Hormuz "under Iran's control" after Trump threat

Tehran has asserted that the Strait of Hormuz is "under Iran's control and management" after President Trump said the U.S. might "keep it."

• Aug 14

U.S. Navy crew ejects safely when jet shot down by likely "friendly fire"

An F/A-18 fighter jet was "mistakenly fired on" by the guided missile cruiser USS Gettysburg, authorities said.

• Dec 22, 2024

Carnival reroutes Red Sea cruises as fighting in region intensifies

Carnival is changing the itinerary for 12 ships, joining a growing list of companies bypassing the Red Sea because of Houthi attacks.

• Jan 30, 2024

White House accuses Iran of being "deeply involved" in Red Sea attacks

The U.S. said that Tehran has provided drones and missiles to Yemen's Houthi rebels, as well as tactical intelligence.

• Dec 22, 2023

Ikea warns of product delays and shortages amid Red Sea attacks

More than 20 vessels have come under attack in the Red Sea since mid-November, forcing shippers to bypass one of the world's busiest trade routes.

• Dec 21, 2023