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3 weeks ago

World politics

Which Countries are Most Prepared for Naval Warfare?

Naval fleet size is a key indicator of military strength and global influence.

Miscellaneous

Some ships are adding thousands of miles to journeys to avoid the threat of Houthi attacks off Yemen

Container ships are increasingly avoiding the Red Sea due to threats from Houthi rebels, extending journeys significantly and increasing fuel costs.

3 weeks ago

World politics

Which Countries are Most Prepared for Naval Warfare?

Naval fleet size is a key indicator of military strength and global influence.

Miscellaneous

Some ships are adding thousands of miles to journeys to avoid the threat of Houthi attacks off Yemen

Container ships are increasingly avoiding the Red Sea due to threats from Houthi rebels, extending journeys significantly and increasing fuel costs.

Ukraine updates: Moscow, Kyiv agree to Black Sea ceasefire DW 03/25/2025

A significant maritime ceasefire deal between Russia and Ukraine has been brokered by the US, aiming to prevent military actions in the Black Sea.

1 month ago

Retirement

Which Countries Are Pumping Billions Into Offshore Patrol Vessels?

Offshore patrol vessels are essential for naval capabilities and maritime law enforcement.

Trump issues new warning to Iranian-backed Houthi rebels

Trump vows 'overwhelming lethal force' against Houthi rebels to protect shipping routes.

Airstrikes on Sanaa target Houthi positions amid rising tensions with Iran.

8 months ago

Europe news

French vessel rescues 29 mariners from oil tanker under attack

The Sounion oil tanker was attacked by Houthi rebels in the Red Sea, indicating escalating maritime tensions linked to the Gaza conflict.

US news

1 month ago

Trump issues new warning to Iranian-backed Houthi rebels

Trump vows 'overwhelming lethal force' against Houthi rebels to protect shipping routes.

Airstrikes on Sanaa target Houthi positions amid rising tensions with Iran.

8 months ago

Europe news

French vessel rescues 29 mariners from oil tanker under attack

The Sounion oil tanker was attacked by Houthi rebels in the Red Sea, indicating escalating maritime tensions linked to the Gaza conflict.

Information security

Coast Guard workforce lacks maritime cyber expertise, watchdog says

The U.S. Coast Guard lacks adequately trained personnel to mitigate cybersecurity risks from foreign adversaries like Russia and China.

fromThe Hacker News

Information security

Sailing the Seven Seas Securely from Port to Port - OT Access Security for Ships and Cranes

The digitalization of vessels and ports poses new operational technology security challenges that must be addressed for safe remote access management.

Information security

fromNextgov.com

Coast Guard workforce lacks maritime cyber expertise, watchdog says

The U.S. Coast Guard lacks adequately trained personnel to mitigate cybersecurity risks from foreign adversaries like Russia and China.

fromThe Hacker News

Information security

Sailing the Seven Seas Securely from Port to Port - OT Access Security for Ships and Cranes

The digitalization of vessels and ports poses new operational technology security challenges that must be addressed for safe remote access management.

Russia's engagement with the Houthis as they lob missiles at ships is getting 'serious,' US official says

Russia may provide support to the Iran-backed Houthis, raising serious concerns over shipping lane security.

Miscellaneous

Norway releases Russian-crewed ship after cable damage investigation

Norwegian authorities released the Russian-crewed ship Silver Dania after finding no evidence linking it to damage of an underwater fibre optic cable.

Miscellaneous

Russia's engagement with the Houthis as they lob missiles at ships is getting 'serious,' US official says

Russia may provide support to the Iran-backed Houthis, raising serious concerns over shipping lane security.

Miscellaneous

Norway releases Russian-crewed ship after cable damage investigation

Norwegian authorities released the Russian-crewed ship Silver Dania after finding no evidence linking it to damage of an underwater fibre optic cable.

more#russia

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US news

fromwww.npr.org

Sabotage suspected after undersea cables damaged in the Baltic Sea

A Chinese cargo ship is under investigation for severing undersea telecommunications cables in northern Europe, raising suspicion and security concerns.

fromwww.thelocal.dk

Miscellaneous

Danish navy shadows Chinese ship after Baltic cables severed

Recent damages to undersea cables have raised suspicions of sabotage, with military presence noted near the Chinese ship Yi Peng 3.

fromwww.theguardian.com

Miscellaneous

Cargo ship crew held by Houthi rebels released after more than a year in captivity

The Houthis released the crew of Galaxy Leader in a gesture linked to Gaza's ceasefire.

Miscellaneous

Norway releases cargo ship in Baltic cable sabotage probe DW 01/31/2025

The Russian-crewed ship Silver Dania was released by Norwegian authorities after failing to link it to damage of Baltic underwater infrastructure.

US news

fromwww.npr.org

Sabotage suspected after undersea cables damaged in the Baltic Sea

A Chinese cargo ship is under investigation for severing undersea telecommunications cables in northern Europe, raising suspicion and security concerns.

fromwww.thelocal.dk

Miscellaneous

Danish navy shadows Chinese ship after Baltic cables severed

Recent damages to undersea cables have raised suspicions of sabotage, with military presence noted near the Chinese ship Yi Peng 3.

fromwww.theguardian.com

Miscellaneous

Cargo ship crew held by Houthi rebels released after more than a year in captivity

The Houthis released the crew of Galaxy Leader in a gesture linked to Gaza's ceasefire.

more#international-relations

Miscellaneous

Norway releases cargo ship in Baltic cable sabotage probe DW 01/31/2025

The Russian-crewed ship Silver Dania was released by Norwegian authorities after failing to link it to damage of Baltic underwater infrastructure.

#navy-seals

Miscellaneous

The Guns America's Elite Navy SEALs Rely on in Combat

The Navy SEALs are a critical component of U.S. military operations, specializing in maritime combat and special missions.

OMG science

The Guns America's Elite Navy SEALs Rely on in Combat

The Navy SEALs are essential for conducting specialized military operations on and near water.

Miscellaneous

The Guns America's Elite Navy SEALs Rely on in Combat

The Navy SEALs are a critical component of U.S. military operations, specializing in maritime combat and special missions.

OMG science

The Guns America's Elite Navy SEALs Rely on in Combat

The Navy SEALs are essential for conducting specialized military operations on and near water.

NATO is planning a fleet of sea drones to protect critical underwater infrastructure

NATO is launching uncrewed naval ships to enhance security of critical underwater infrastructure.

fromTheregister

Miscellaneous

NATO tests aquatic drones to protect cables, coasts

NATO is developing unmanned surface vessels (USV) for coastal patrols and undersea cable protection, aiming for operational capability by next year.

Miscellaneous

NATO is planning a fleet of sea drones to protect critical underwater infrastructure

NATO is launching uncrewed naval ships to enhance security of critical underwater infrastructure.

fromTheregister

Miscellaneous

NATO tests aquatic drones to protect cables, coasts

NATO is developing unmanned surface vessels (USV) for coastal patrols and undersea cable protection, aiming for operational capability by next year.

E.U. Vessels Surround Anchored Chinese Ship After Cables Are Severed in Baltic Sea

China's commercial ship linked to severed cables raises suspicions of sabotage amid maritime security concerns in Europe.

Miscellaneous

Hybrid warfare on the seabed? DW 11/22/2024

The Cinia C-Lion 1 cable, crucial for data communication in Europe, was damaged, raising concerns about potential sabotage by a nearby freighter.

Digital life

fromwww.nytimes.com

E.U. Vessels Surround Anchored Chinese Ship After Cables Are Severed in Baltic Sea

China's commercial ship linked to severed cables raises suspicions of sabotage amid maritime security concerns in Europe.

Miscellaneous

Hybrid warfare on the seabed? DW 11/22/2024

The Cinia C-Lion 1 cable, crucial for data communication in Europe, was damaged, raising concerns about potential sabotage by a nearby freighter.

more#sabotage

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Miscellaneous

Indian and Nigerian leaders pledge stronger security ties and support for Global South

Nigeria and India strengthen maritime security and counterterrorism ties, committing to support Global South nations.