BREAKING: Trump says the U.S. is not negotiating with Iran and that “something” will happen “fairly soon” in the conflict. “Most people seem to think it’s after the election,” he said.

UK Maritime Trade Operations - Attack - Strait of Hormuz UKMTO WARNING 179-26 - ATTACK Incident Date:21 Oct 2026 Incident Time:0145UTC Local Authorities UKMTO has received a report of an incident 11NM west of Bukha, Oman. Local Authorities have reported that a Tanker has been struck by an unknown projectile which started a fire which has been extinguished. The Tanker is now at anchor. All crew are reported as safe. There is no reported environmental impact at this time. Vessels are advised to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity to UKMTO, whilst authorities investigate. 🕒 Reported: 2026-10-21 12:07 UTC

UK Maritime Trade Operations - Attack - Northern Arabian Gulf UKMTO WARNING 180-26 - ATTACK Incident Date:20 Oct 2026 Incident Time:1830UTC Source: Master UKMTO has received a time late report of an incident 30NM southeast of Al Faw, Iraq. The Master of a tanker reports being struck by an unknown projectile, the crew are reported as safe and there is no reported damage or environmental impact. Vessels are advised to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity to UKMTO, whilst authorities investigate. 🕒 Reported: 2026-10-21 10:26 UTC

UK Maritime Trade Operations - Advisory - Gulf of Oman UKMTO has received a report of an incident involving a tanker and military forces approximately 121NM east of Duqm, Oman. Reports indicate that the tanker was subject to interaction as part of ongoing military activity in the region. Authorities are aware and relevant investigations remain ongoing. Vessels are advised to consider the latest maritime security information and maintain awareness of the evolving operational environment. 🕒 Reported: 2026-10-20 11:11 UTC

Flights bound for Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, are in holding patterns.

Emergency alerts have been issued in As Sulayyil and Najran, Saudi Arabia, warning of a potential threat.

A synagogue in Paris’s 19th arrondissement was vandalized on Saturday, according to videos shared on social media. The footage shows books and religious items scattered across the floor. No injuries were reported, and it was unclear whether anyone was inside at the time.

Ukraine launched a large overnight drone attack on St. Petersburg, reportedly hitting an oil terminal, a VKontakte data center and other infrastructure. Russian officials say one person was killed, five were injured and fires broke out at several sites.

UK Maritime Trade Operations - Attack - Strait of Hormuz Vessel: MERCHANT (Tug) UKMTO WARNING 177-26 - ATTACK Incident Date: 18 OCT 2026 Incident Time: TBC UKMTO has received a report of an incident northeast of Khor Fakkan, UAE. A tug travelling southbound has reported being struck by 2 unknown projectiles. The tug has sustained damage but is continuing on its route. One minor casualty has been reported. Vessels are advised to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity to UKMTO, whilst authorities investigate. 🕒 Reported: 2026-10-18 04:29 UTC

The Saudi-led coalition released video showing its air force intercepting cruise missiles and drones, and striking Houthi ballistic missile launchers.