Somali pirates have seized the Togo-flagged tanker MT Eureka in the Gulf of Aden. This marks the fourth successful vessel hijacking by militants in two weeks.
The US is imposing a full embargo on ship passage through the strait to pressure Tehran. This decision threatens the stability of energy markets and rising prices.
The Israeli government has approved a plan to increase the rate of production and stockpiles of Arrow missiles. The system is designed to intercept ballistic targets outside the atmosphere.
Brent futures rose to $115 amid the threat of shortages due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Trump is assessing the possibility of ending the war with Iran.
The Coordination Headquarters identified 27,407 foreign mercenaries in the ranks of the Russian army. Hundreds of citizens of Arab countries are in Ukrainian captivity.
Brent's value rose by 58% in a month due to Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Trump threatens to destroy Tehran's oil wells in case of escalation.
Brent crude rose to $115. 73, and WTI surpassed $102.77 per barrel. The market is reacting to the expanding conflict and the threat to fuel supplies.
As a result of the Iranian attack, 11 people were killed and 178 were injured. UAE defense forces successfully destroyed 58 aerial targets within one day.
Tehran uses underground complexes to protect missiles and has switched to a tactic of small strikes. Experts note the strategy of conserving ammunition.
Iran-backed Houthis launched ballistic missiles at southern Israel. Attacks were also recorded in the UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Kuwait.
Tehran is strengthening Kharg Island's defenses with mines and MANPADS to counter a US landing. The Trump administration is considering seizing the facility as leverage.
The Trump administration is discussing terms for a diplomatic settlement with Iran. The US demands zero uranium enrichment and an end to the missile program.
The US spent years' worth of critical ammunition in the first days of the conflict. The Pentagon is preparing a request for $50 billion to replenish its arsenals.
Shiite groups in Lebanon and Iraq have intensified rocket fire and drone attacks. Hezbollah launched two hundred rockets into Israeli territory.
Mojtaba Khamenei promised to attack US bases and demanded compensation from Israel. Tehran will avenge the deaths of children in Minab and the death of Ali Khamenei.
Israel plans to deploy a strategic facility on the Red Sea coast to protect shipping. The base will include early warning systems and reconnaissance UAVs.
The US State Department has urged Americans to leave Middle Eastern countries immediately due to serious security risks. The list includes Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, and Saudi Arabia.
Donald Trump confirmed US participation in Israel's operation against Iran, stating the need to protect the American people. He emphasized that Iran should never possess nuclear weapons.
US President Donald Trump is considering limited military strikes on Iran to force Tehran to sign a new nuclear deal. This could lead to a new destabilizing conflict in the Middle East.
Relations between the US and Iran are escalating over Tehran's nuclear program, threatening a major war in the Middle East. Ukraine is interested in peace to avoid rising oil prices and the strengthening of the Russian Federation.
UNN tells about the uniqueness of American aircraft, how much the machines cost, and what made them popular.
The United States has begun withdrawing some military personnel from bases in Qatar. This is due to Iran's threats to strike American bases in the region.
The US State Department is suspending visa processing for 75 countries, including Russia and Iran, starting January 21. This is due to a review of applicant screening procedures that could lead to a public charge.
The Yemeni government, supported by Saudi Arabia, has regained control of the city of Mukalla and Hadramaut province. This happened after a series of Saudi coalition airstrikes on separatist positions.
OPEC+ agreed to maintain stable oil production, despite an 18% price drop in 2025 and tensions between Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Eight countries raised their production targets by 2.9 million barrels per day from April to December 2025.
Yemen's Transitional Council agreed to talks with Saudi Arabia after losing the eastern port of Mukalla. This happened amid military successes of the Yemeni government and the weakening of separatist positions.
The governor of Yemen's Saudi-backed Hadramaut province announced the start of an operation to reclaim positions in the south of the country.
Yemen's main air gateway, Aden International Airport, has suspended operations due to a dispute between Saudi Arabia and the UAE over flight restrictions. This happened amid the biggest crisis in relations between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi in a decade.
Brent crude futures rose 2. 1% to $61.91, while WTI gained 2.3% to $58.03. This came amid talks between the Ukrainian and US presidents on ending the war and potential oil supply disruptions in the Middle East.
Separatists in southern Yemen accused Saudi Arabia of airstrikes on their forces in Hadhramaut after a warning about troop withdrawal. This escalates the situation in the country and jeopardizes the coalition fighting the Houthis.
