Persian Gulf
Iran hits back at US: Washington should not plot against Tehran every day
Tehran and Washington have traded barbs over a spate of incidents in the past year.
US raises stakes with Iran, increases patrolling in Persina Gulf
The U.S. Navy is trying to put together a new coalition of nations to counter what it sees as a renewed maritime threat from Iran.
US still seeks allies in Gulf maritime coalition
Speaking at a meeting between US and Australian leaders, Defense Secretary Mark Esper said he has gotten a good response from allies.
Navy teams board ships for safe passage in Gulf
Move comes after increase in attacks on oil carriers.
US Navy assisting 2 tankers targeted in Gulf of Oman
The latest incident comes after the US alleged that Iran used mines to attack 4 oil tankers off nearby Emirati port of Fujairah last month.
Oil firms hike price of fuel after one month
Prices were not changed in anticipation of supply hike.
US Navy patrol ship fires warning shots near Iranian vessel: Official
The Iranian boat went "dead in the water" after the shots and the vessels all left the area without further incident, the official said.
US expresses frustration over Saudi embargo on Qatar
State Department said it was "mystified" that Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Egypt and the UAE had not yet made clear their claims against Qatar.