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Three tankers are reportedly on fire in the Gulf of Oman, with conflicting reports about the cause including a possible collision.
The incident occurs amid heightened tensions in the region, particularly between Israel and Iran, which has threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz.

The Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint for global oil trade, handling over 20 million barrels daily, making the incident a significant concern for international markets.
Three tankers are reportedly on fire in the Gulf of Oman, according to social media posts, as cited by the Hindustan Times.

Kpler energy analyst Amena Bakr said on X that a British maritime security provider had reported it was aware of an unspecified incident in the area.

An outlet for shipping news published a YouTube video saying two tankers had collided in the Gulf of Oman.

An X account named OSINTDefender reported that “It appears that the fires seen off the coast of Iran in the Gulf of Oman may have been caused by the collision of two oil tankers, the Antigua Barbuda-flagged ADALYNN and the Liberian-flagged FRONT EAGLE. Though ship tracking suggests this likely happened over three hours ago, which does not explain why there had been no reports until the picture showing the fires and the statement by Ambrey [the British maritime security firm].”

The Strait of Hormuz is currently attracting a lot of attention amid the war between Israel and Iran, and the fact Iran has threatened in the past to close the chokepoint in case of hostilities against it.


The chokepoint handles more than 20 million barrels daily in oil trade, with the bulk of Middle Eastern oil—and Qatari LNG—passing through it en route to international markets.

Israel and Iran continued firing missiles at each other for the fifth day in a row with both sides apparently unwilling to end the hostilities. European foreign ministers earlier this week urged the Iranian foreign minister to restart nuclear negotiations with the U.S. and de-escalate, to which Abbas Araqchi responded that Tehran’s priority right now was retaliating against Israel, which attacked Iran on Friday.

President Trump also called on the Iranians to cease hostilities, saying on his social network Truth Social that Tehran should evacuate.

Source: https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Tankers-Reportedly-Ablaze-Near-Strait-of-Hormuz.html
By Irina Slav for Oilprice.com

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BreakingNews21:
Good clear write up. A few Israeli so-called documentary film makers were actually arms traffickers trying to sell weapons in the S.E. Recently Israel was caught arming Al Qada. It's a complex and confusing situation. History buffs may want to reference the Lavon Affair.

I will look it up, I hope our intelligence agency go deep and expose those behind these crises, its being executed in such a way as to influence public perception and control narratives. This is not just some random herdsmen trying to feed cows.

We have had herdsmen for over 200 years, grazing this routes......WHY THE KILLINGS NOW ?

Agbegbaorogboye:
What do you need bitcoin donations for? Do you run a charity or something

I donate to internal displaced Nigerians on a monthly basis......going on 5 years.

[quote author=Okjay post=135767568][/quote]I just did...if you care to read before showcasing ignorance, you would see it.

Benjamin Netanyahu's departure from the global stage would mark a turning point toward stability, diplomacy, and moral clarity. His record is marred by incendiary rhetoric, escalating conflicts, and a steady erosion of democratic norms. Removing him-and the incentives he perpetuates-could recalibrate Israel's role in the world and pave the path for meaningful peace.

1. Incitement Through Words: A Calculated Provocation

Netanyahu has repeatedly employed dangerously binary narratives: describing wars as "a struggle between the children of light and the children of darkness, between humanity and the law of the jungle." 
He even compared Palestinians to Amalek-biblical enemies-directly invoking genocidal imagery: "slay both man and woman, infant and suckling." 
These are not off-the-cuff remarks-they are deliberate appeals to mythic fear, crafted to mobilize supporters and reinforce a siege mentality.

2. Blatant Falsehoods to Shift Blame

In his July 2024 address to the U.S. Congress, Netanyahu asserted:
• "If there are Palestinians in Gaza who aren't getting enough food, it's not because Israel is blocking it. It's because Hamas is stealing it."
• He claimed Gaza operations had "practically no civilian deaths" and that the war had "one of the lowest ratios of combatants to non-combatant casualties in the history of urban warfare."
• He denounced the ICC's concern as "utter, complete nonsense" 

Independent fact-checkers from AP, CNN, ABC, and media watchdogs have thoroughly debunked these assertions-yet Netanyahu persists in repeating them, deepening international mistrust.

3. Perpetuating War Over Peace

Under Netanyahu, the vision of a two-state solution has dwindled. He declared: "I am the only one who will prevent a Palestinian state." 
Instead, he has fostered settlement expansion, consolidated control, and alienated moderate Arab states. As one observer warns, "Because of Netanyahu, 'The vision of a two-state solution is clinically dead.'" 

4. A Democracy in Decline

Netanyahu's tenure is closely tied to the weakening of Israeli democratic institutions. He's repeatedly fought to override judicial authority, dismissed dissenting professional voices, and incorporated far-right figures into governance-men who openly promote expulsion or "voluntary migration" of Palestinians .

Even Israeli military officials and former PM Ehud Olmert argue Netanyahu's leadership has "distorted security decision-making" and "used the war to entrench occupation" . Polls show a broad desire in Israel for new leadership and early elections .


5. Global Consequences: Escalation, Instability, Polarization

By orchestrating military escalation-bombing Iran's nuclear sites, denying humanitarian aid in Gaza, and pushing rhetoric likening Hamas to ISIS-Netanyahu has exacerbated regional insecurity .
Worldwide, Israel faces growing diplomatic isolation, strained alliances, and accusations of war crimes


A Compelling Case for a New Direction
• Moral reset: Without Netanyahu's wrathful framing, diplomacy has a chance. Moral clarity can return to Israel's global posture.
• Democratic renewal: A leader free from corruption charges, unbound by vengeance-driven rhetoric, can restore judicial balance and inclusive governance.
• Peace reactivated: Foreign leaders like Macron and Biden, wary under Netanyahu, would regain trust and be empowered to broker regional peace .



Netanyahu's Exit = Brighter Future

Netanyahu's departure isn't simply a political shift-it's an existential turning point. It means:
• Replacing fear-driven narratives with sober, strategic diplomacy.
• Allowing judicial reforms to reflect society's will rather than political survival.
• Enabling Israel to pursue constructive relationships with Palestinians and Arab neighbors alike.

The metrics are clear: democratic health, global trust, and regional stability all suffer under Netanyahu's continued rule. Removing him is not just desirable-it is essential. And any thoughtful, compassionate viewer of facts must admit: the world would be better without Netanyahu.

In a major event that has drawn global attention, Iran has become the first country in the world to shoot down fifth-generation F-35 stealth fighter jets. These aircraft, considered among the most advanced and expensive warplanes ever built, were being used by the Israeli military in an early Friday morning attack against Iran.

First Time in History: Fifth-Gen Jets Shot Down
During this aggressive operation, several locations within Iran were targeted. The airstrikes led to the deaths of key military personnel, scientific experts, and innocent civilians, including women and children. However, in what is now being described as a historic moment in military defense, Iran’s air defense forces managed to detect, target, and destroy two F-35 fighter jets that had entered its airspace.

This successful action by Iran marks a global first — no other country until now has been able to bring down these stealth aircraft in active combat.

The F-35 is not an ordinary warplane. Built by the American aerospace company Lockheed Martin, it is one of the most modern fighter jets in the world. Its main feature is stealth — meaning it is designed to be almost invisible to radar. This allows it to enter enemy territory, carry out missions, and leave without being detected.

F-35 Thunder Over Tehran: 200 Israeli Fighter Jets Drop 330 Bombs in Historic Overnight Strike on Iran

Israel, one of the few countries allowed to buy and use this aircraft, received its first F-35 jets around the year 2016. These were provided by the United States under a program called the Foreign Military Sales (FMS). Israel later developed its own version of the aircraft, known as the F-35I, which includes special changes to better suit its military needs.

The F-35I is equipped with powerful technology that helps it avoid enemy radars and perform deep missions with low chances of being shot down. Because of these features, it is seen as a major part of Israel’s air power.

That is why the downing of not one, but two of these jets by Iran is a very big deal. It shows that even the most advanced aircraft in the world are not impossible to stop.

How Iran Brought Down the Stealth Fighters
In an official statement released by the Iranian Army’s Public Relations Office, it was confirmed that two F-35 fighter jets were successfully shot down during the early Friday attack. Along with the jets, several drones belonging to Israel were also destroyed.

Iran’s air defense system played a key role in this event. While the details of how exactly the jets were detected and targeted remain classified, the success suggests that Iran has made major improvements in its radar and missile technology. Taking down a fifth-generation stealth aircraft is not easy. These jets are specifically built to avoid detection by traditional radar systems.

Despite their advanced design and technology, the two Israeli jets could not escape Iran’s growing air defense network. The fact that they were shot down shows that Iran has possibly developed new methods or used advanced tracking systems that can spot and target stealth aircraft.

Historic Warning from Qom: Red Flag Over Mosque After F-35 Strikes Rock Iran

As of now, the fate of the pilots who were flying the F-35 jets remains unknown. Iranian officials have stated that an investigation is ongoing, and more information will be provided in the future.

This development has sent shockwaves through military experts worldwide. It challenges long-held beliefs about the F-35’s invincibility and raises questions about how future air battles might look in a world where stealth is no longer a guaranteed shield.

This moment has now entered the record books as the first time ever that a country has managed to shoot down fifth-generation stealth fighters during a live conflict. It also represents a serious setback for Israel’s military and its defense partners, especially considering the cost and strategic value of each F-35 jet.



Source: https://deftechtimes.com/iran-becomes-first-nation-to-destroy-israeli

sapa:
To where? At least by now, you should know where dey headed to

The recipients have gotten the message. Dem don get the message.....lol

Seunlayi

11doubledee:
Please and please block me ,I hate see nonsense posts.

You have been blocked.
Nairaland thank you for the idiot removal button.

11doubledee:
When ayatollah Khomeini was kissing the hands of hamas terrorist on October 7,2023 where was maduro?
All ballistic missiles fired at isreal from Yemen, Syria,Iraq, Lebanon and gaza since October 7,2023 are all Iranian made?
Almost all funding, intelligence, training and ammunition stockpiles comes from iran.
Iran has boldly and repeatedly said they will wipe out isreal off the map,nobody called them to order.
My question is do you want isreal to wait until Iran fulfils their evil intentions before isreal reacts?
Let Iran fight their fight and leave gaza,Yemen,Iraq,Lebanon and Syria out of it while they protect their own country.

Iran is free to attack Isreal, in the end one side go learn last last.

Please bring the proof for all what you have said. Are you one of those that are so gullible to believe media channels run by one sided sponsors ?
why are you so involved in the fight ? Do you know Israel has attacked and killed more Iranians. Every single time they come up with an excuse. Have you asked yourself why ? Are you aware there were 100's of thousands of Palestinians in Israeli jails without any court order or date of release or judgment prior to Oct 7th ?
Do you use your brain at all or do you just come online to argue with facts you have been fed on TV ? Do you take time to do your own research ?
Have you ever heard Iran fighting with anyone else in the middle east ? They don't even get along with Saudi.
Have you heard of Palestinians causing trouble anywhere else in the world ?

Do you want to ask yourself, why must it always be Israel.....that cannot get along with anyone ?
If you do not want to approach this objectively, pls dont respond to me...I will block you.
You have a brain use it.

malvisguy212:
and Palestinian has not killed a single Israel? If you are in support for Iran for this retaliatory attack. Then you must not be hypocrite, you must be in support for Israel on retaliatory attack on the Palestinian. Don't you think so ?

Israel has killed close to a 100,000 thousand ...Is that not enough ?
Give Palestinians there land, build a wall between Palestine and Israel.....add a demilitarized zone, secured and enforced by the UN.

North Korea and South Korea are in peace....same structure.
That will cost less than killing everybody and causing generational hate.

If Israel and Iran decide to be stupid....The whole world is not stupid. There are solutions to these problems. People dont have to keep dying daily.