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France has initiated dialogues with approximately 35 countries regarding a potential mission to reopen the Strait of Hormuz after the resolution of the ongoing conflict between the U.S., Israel, and Iran, amidst rising global concerns over shipping disruptions.
China has heightened the detention of ships flagged in Panama, sparking concerns over global trading disruptions linked to key port control disputes stemming from a court ruling against a major logistics company.
The Nigerian Shippers' Council has instructed shipping companies and their affiliates to pause the execution of recently approved shipping tariffs. The decision stems from discussions with stakeholders regarding the implications of the new charges.
Greek authorities are urging businesses to conduct security checks on their systems in response to rising cyberattack threats associated with the Iran conflict. This precautionary measure comes in light of recent cyber incidents targeting entities linked to Iran.
A Maltese-flagged container vessel, Safeen Prestige, was struck by a missile while navigating the Strait of Hormuz, prompting the crew to abandon ship. The incident raised alarms regarding potential threats to global oil supply routes.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards have allegedly cautioned vessels in the Gulf against traversing the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial artery for global oil transport, according to an EU naval official. Although reports indicate that ships have received warnings, Iran has not officially confirmed such directives.
The Houthi movement from Yemen has announced its intention to restart attacks on ships in the Red Sea, raising alarms about maritime safety in this crucial shipping lane.
A Nigerian woman claims that FedEx International worked with Myus.com to steal her $17,000 (N25m) item. After shipping through FedEx, she has not received her package, and both companies are unresponsive regarding its whereabouts.
