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Iranpress: IRGC Strikes Violating Tankers in Strait of Hormuz

IRGC Strikes Violating Tankers in Strait of Hormuz

Friday, 31 July 2026 14:04

Iran's Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy announced on Friday that it has struck and disabled two tanker vessels attempting an unauthorized passage through the Strait of Hormuz, while four other tankers were forced to turn back after ignoring repeated warnings from Iranian forces.

Iranpress: Iran, Oman To Set Hormuz Toll Together

Iran, Oman To Set Hormuz Toll Together

Wednesday, 08 April 2026 09:18

Under a two-week ceasefire arrangement with the U.S., Iran and Oman will collect transit fees from vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, with Tehran allocating the revenue for national reconstruction.

Iranpress: Science Minister: Persian Gulf Core Part of Iranian Identity

Science Minister: Persian Gulf Core Part of Iranian Identity

Saturday, 17 May 2025 16:17

Iran’s Minister of Science, Research and Technology emphasized the historical and civilizational significance of the Persian Gulf, calling it an inseparable part of Iranian identity during a student event on Qeshm Island.

Iranpress: Rare Iranian Bird Known as

Rare Iranian Bird Known as 'Puffinus Persicus' Spotted in Persian Gulf Waters

Monday, 28 October 2024 16:42

The Persian shearwater, scientifically known as Puffinus Persicus, is a rare seabird historically recognized by its name in reference to Persia. Known for its distinctive features, this seabird is seldom seen on land and primarily inhabits the Persian Gulf waters.

Iranpress: IRGC Navy Commander Reaffirms Iran’s Sovereignty Over Persian Gulf Islands

IRGC Navy Commander Reaffirms Iran’s Sovereignty Over Persian Gulf Islands

Tuesday, 22 October 2024 18:33

Commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy, Brigadier General Alireza Tangsiri, reiterated Iran's historical ownership of the three Iranian islands of Bu Musa, the Greater and Lesser Tunbs in the Persian Gulf and warned against foreign interference aimed at destabilizing the region.

Iranpress: Iran Summons EU Presidency Over Baseless Joint Statement on Persian Gulf Islands

Iran Summons EU Presidency Over Baseless Joint Statement on Persian Gulf Islands

Sunday, 20 October 2024 18:27

In response to the repetition of unfounded claims in a joint statement by European Union leaders and the Persian Gulf Cooperation Council (PGCC), as well as the conclusions of the recent EU summit, Hungary's Ambassador, representing the current EU presidency, was summoned to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Iranpress: Iran Seizes Vessels Smuggling 150,000 Liters of Fuel in the Persian Gulf

Iran Seizes Vessels Smuggling 150,000 Liters of Fuel in the Persian Gulf

Sunday, 18 August 2024 17:52

Iranian authorities have seized two vessels carrying 150,000 liters of smuggled fuel in the Persian Gulf, according to Mojtaba Ghahramani, the Chief Justice of Hormozgan Province. This operation underscores Tehran's intensified efforts to combat fuel smuggling in the region.

Iranpress: Iran commemorates Persian Gulf National Day

Iran commemorates Persian Gulf National Day

Tuesday, 30 April 2024 07:55

Tehran (IP) - The Persian Gulf National Day is an official holiday in Iran observed on the 10th day of Ordibehesht, the second month in the Iranian calendar. This usually coincides with 29 or 30 April of the Gregorian calendar. The purpose of this holiday is to celebrate the history, name, and significance of the Persian Gulf.

Iranpress: Foreign vessel carrying smuggled fuel impounded in Persian Gulf

Foreign vessel carrying smuggled fuel impounded in Persian Gulf

Sunday, 28 January 2024 16:41

Bushehr (IP) - The second region of the IRGC navy seized a foreign vessel with two million liters of smuggled fuel in the waters of the Persian Gulf

Iranpress: Iranian navy forces seize US vessel in Oman Sea

Iranian navy forces seize US vessel in Oman Sea

Thursday, 11 January 2024 19:27

Tehran (IP) - The Public Relations of the Army of the Islamic Republic of Iran reported the seizure of an American oil tanker in the Omani waters.

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