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Iran wants an 'all-encompassing agreement' with the US

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 6, 2026

Iran's foreign minister stated on Wednesday that it would only accept a "fair and comprehensive agreement" with the U.S. in its negotiations to end the Middle East war, as President Donald Trump noted "great progress"? in the process. He didn't…

Wall Street Journal, May 6,

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 6, 2026

These are the most popular stories from?the Wall Street Journal. These stories have not been verified and we cannot vouch for the accuracy of these articles. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission filed a lawsuit against the New York Times on Tuesday.

EDP Renewables will keep the US as its top investment market, despite offshore wind's exit

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 6, 2026

EDP Renewables will continue to invest in the United States, despite the recent decision by the company to withdraw from offshore wind. This was revealed on Wednesday by CEO Miguel Stilwell de Andrade. He said EDPR would maintain the 'planned…

Pakistan Navy assists Indian vessel stuck in Arabian Sea

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 5, 2026

Pakistan's army said that the navy responded to a distress signal?from an Indian ship stranded on a sandbar in the 'Arabian Sea' after a technical failure. The MV Gautam was stranded at sea after a technical failure on its way from Oman to India.

Document says US will lift Eritrea sanctions, as Red Sea tensions change alliances.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 5, 2026

According to a document seen by analysts, the United States will remove sanctions against Eritrea. This decision is linked to Eritrea's strategic position on the Red Sea shipping routes. Analysts said that the U.S. decision was aimed at improving relations with Eritrea which…

Huntington Ingalls reports lower quarterly profit as costs weigh

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 5, 2026

U.S. shipbuilder Huntington-Ingalls posted a lower operating margin for the first quarter on Tuesday. This was due to?higher costs?amid inflation?and?volatility of global trade. In premarket trading, shares of the company fell by nearly 3%. U.S.

Trump broke OPEC. He may regret it: Bousso

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 5, 2026

OPEC has been weakened more than anyone could have imagined just a few months ago by the military actions of U.S. president Donald Trump in Venezuela and Iran. White House may see this as a big win, but ultimately it could hurt both the U.S. energy markets and the U.S.

Trump broke OPEC. He may regret it: Bousso

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 5, 2026

OPEC has been weakened more than anyone could have imagined just a few months ago by the military actions of U.S. president Donald Trump in Venezuela and Iran. White House may see this as a big win, but ultimately it could hurt both the U.S. energy market and the U.S.

French and Benelux stocks: Factors to watch

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 5, 2026

Here are some company news stories and updates from France and Benelux that could impact the markets in these regions or specific stocks. BENETEAU SA : French boat maker Beneteau reported Q1 revenues of 169.5 million euro ($198.18 million), up?30% on last year.

Report: South Korea checks whether vessel with Korean flag struck in Hormuz.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 4, 2026

Yonhap News reported on Monday that South Korea was verifying information indicating a vessel flying the flag of South Korea had been attacked in Strait of Hormuz. A spokesperson from South 'Korean shipper HMM said that a fire broke out in the engine room of one its bulk carriers…

UAE accuses Iran of attacking an empty ADNOC tanker in Strait of Hormuz

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 4, 2026

The United Arab Emirates accused the 'Iran of attacking with drones a 'crude oil tanker that was empty and belonged to Abu Dhabi State Oil Company ADNOC as it tried to pass through Strait of Hormuz. ADNOC’s maritime energy logistic?unit stated…

Norwegian Cruises cuts its profit forecast due to Middle East conflict and rising fuel costs

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 4, 2026

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings reduced its annual profit forecast on Monday as it battled surging fuel prices 'linked to ongoing tensions?in the Middle East', as well as tepid demand?for its sea voyages. The company's shares fell 6% during premarket trading.

Navy: Iran blocks entry of U.S. Warships in Strait of Hormuz

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 4, 2026

According to Iranian state television, the?navy prevented enemy warships from entering the Strait of Hormuz on Monday by sending a'swift warning'. U.S. president Donald Trump announced?on Sunday that the U.S. will begin a?effort on Monday morning to free ships stranded?in the strait…

India resumes exports of wheat after a four-year hiatus, but prices are likely to limit demand

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 4, 2026

Trade sources reported that 'Indian traders are now exporting wheat to Asia and the Middle East for a first time in 4 years. Sources declined to identify themselves as they were not authorized to speak to media. ITC didn't immediately respond to an inquiry for comment.

South Korea's KFA purchased up to 67,000 tonnes of corn, traders claim

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 4, 2026

According to European traders, the Incheon section of the Korea Feed Association in South Korea bought?upto 67,000 metric tons of animal feed corn on Wednesday in a private transaction without issuing a tender. It was reported that the KFA's Incheon Section…

South Korea's KFA purchased up to 67,000 tonnes of corn, traders claim

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 4, 2026

European traders reported that the 'Incheon' section of 'the Korea Feed Association in South Korea (KFA) - without issuing an international tender - purchased a private deal of up to 67,000 metric tonnes of animal feed corn on Wednesday. Trading…

Swedish Coast Guard seizes suspected false-flag tanker in Baltic Sea

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 3, 2026

The Swedish Coast Guard announced on Sunday that it had seized in the Baltic Sea a tanker believed to be a part of Russia's shadow fleet. This is just one of many similar actions taken by authorities in Sweden in recent months. In a press release…

Trump: US may restart Iran attacks 'if they misbehave.'

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 2, 2026

Donald Trump, the U.S. president, said that he had been informed about a possible deal with Iran but was awaiting the precise wording. He also warned of the possibility of resuming military strikes against the country in the event of Tehran's misbehavior.

Iran offers Strait Deal; Trump is not satisfied but prefers a non-military route

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 2, 2026

A senior Iranian official said on Saturday that a proposal from Iran, which has been rejected by U.S. president Donald?Trump so far, would end the U.S. ban on Iran and open the Strait of Hormuz to shipping. Talks on Iran's nuclear program could be held later.

Trump: US Navy acts 'like pirates" in blocking Iranian ports

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 1, 2026

Donald Trump stated on Friday that the U.S. Navy was acting "like pirates" in carrying out Washington's naval blockade of Iranian ports during the U.S. The Navy acted "like pirates" when it carried out Washington's blockade against Iranian ports in the U.S. Trump made these?comments?

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