U.S. Deploys F-35 Fighters, Directs Flagged Vessels to Avoid Iranian Waters Following Indirect Talks with Iran
U.S. maritime advisories direct flagged vessels to avoid Iranian territorial waters in the Strait of Hormuz, citing risks of harassment and boarding.
MIDDLE EAST – On February 9, senior diplomatic and defense officials from the Small Group of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS met in Riyadh, co-chaired by the United States and Saudi Arabia.
The gathering addressed transitions in counter-ISIS operations in Iraq and Syria, including Syria’s entry as the 90th Coalition member and priorities for detainee transfers and repatriation. This aligns with broader U.S. efforts to maintain regional stability amid persistent threats from Iran and its proxies.
U.S. maritime advisories direct flagged vessels to avoid Iranian territorial waters in the Strait of Hormuz, citing risks of harassment and boarding.
Recent sanctions in January and February target Iranian oil traders and shadow fleets, aiming to restrict revenue to the Iranian government. These measures reflect ongoing U.S. pressure on Iran’s economic lifelines.
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