Iran warns ships against using unapproved routes in the Strait of Hormuz
Iran's military command has warned ships in the Strait of Hormuz that using unapproved routes could trigger an immediate and forceful response. The warning was issued on Thursday by the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, according to a statement carried by a semi-official news agency. It adds fresh tension around one of the world's most important shipping lanes, where a large share of global oil and liquefied natural gas trade passes.The military said any vessel that fails to comply with designated routes or ignores navigation protocols in the strait would endanger its own safety. It did not say what prompted the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 Jul 2026 04:32 LONDON
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Von der Leyen to visit Azerbaijan and Armenia as EU deepens South Caucasus ties
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is due to visit Azerbaijan and Armenia next week in a fresh push to deepen the European Union's engagement with the two South Caucasus neighbours. The trip is set to begin in Baku on 1 July, where she is expected to meet President Ilham Aliyev. The visit comes as Brussels seeks to strengthen cooperation on energy, infrastructure and regional stability after years of conflict between the two countries.According to sources in Yerevan and Baku with knowledge of the plans, talks in the Azerbaijani capital will focus on expanding energy supplies to Europe and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Jun 2026 15:33 LONDON
