US Seizes Sanctioned Oil Tanker M/V Bella 1 in North Atlantic
The US European Command seized the oil tanker M/V Bella 1 in early January 2026 for breaching US sanctions linked to Russia and Venezuela.
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China Coast Guard Expels Japanese Vessel Near Diaoyu Dao
China Coast Guard expelled a Japanese fishing vessel from Diaoyu Dao waters on Tuesday, enforcing lawful control and issuing warnings, says CCG spokesperson Liu Dejun.
China Suspends Countermeasures on Hanwha Ocean’s US-linked Units
China suspends for one year its countermeasures on five US-linked subsidiaries of Hanwha Ocean as the US pauses its Section 301 probe into the Chinese mainland’s maritime sectors.
China to Charge Special Port Fees on U.S. Ships in Tit-for-Tat Move
China will impose special port fees on U.S. ships from Oct 14, starting at 400 yuan/tonne, escalating annually in response to U.S. tariffs.
Israeli Forces Ram Aid Vessel Florida During Gaza Mission
International flotilla vessel Florida was intercepted and deliberately rammed by Israeli forces while en route to Gaza on October 2.
China’s Carrier Fujian Dives Into South China Sea Tests 🚢🔬
China’s carrier Fujian sailed through the Taiwan Strait for scientific research tests and training missions in the South China Sea, says Chinese navy spokesperson.
China Pushes Back on Illegal Island Builds in South China Sea
China reacts to Vietnam’s island builds in the South China Sea, calling Nansha Qundao its territory and vowing to defend its maritime rights.
PLA Expels U.S. Destroyer USS Higgins Near Huangyan Dao
The PLA Southern Theater Command expelled the USS Higgins after it allegedly entered waters around Huangyan Dao in the South China Sea, highlighting rising regional tensions.
China Coast Guard Monitors Philippine Supply Mission at Ren’ai Jiao
China Coast Guard monitors Philippine supply mission at Ren’ai Jiao, ensuring smooth sailing in the South China Sea 🌊
🚨 Six Found Unresponsive on Fishing Boat Near South Korea
Six people were found unresponsive in a state of cardiac arrest on a fishing boat off South Korea’s coast. Authorities are investigating this tragic incident that has shocked the region.