During the 1984 “tanker war,” Iran laid mines in the Strait of Hormuz and harassed ships in response to Iraqi attacks. Throughout both these conflicts, however, the Strait of Hormuz remained in use.

The control of waterways has long been used to thwart adversaries and shape strategic outcomes. In 1951, after Tehran nationalized its oil industry, the United Kingdom used naval pressure to prevent ...

Forgive me for writing about something that has happened outside the Anglophone world; I know that no-one pays any attention to other EU countries, but do bear with me for a moment as this is ...

There is no shortage of commentary surrounding the current conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. The single most critical variable in the current situation is the Strait of Hormuz - ...

The president’s announcement came after the center has been rocked by cancellations and boycotts by performers, contributors and audience members. By Adam Nagourney and Julia Jacobs President Trump ...

Ahmedabad: The Ahmedabad city police has declared closure of road fro Namaste Circle to Safal and Namaste circle to HB Kapadiya school road towards Delhi Chakla on Sunday, 7th of December from 1 pm ...

DALY CITY -- The decision to temporarily close the only emergency room along the San Mateo County coast is drawing heavy scrutiny from elected officials who represent residents. It may be small but ...

Education news and commentary, delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for The 74 newsletter. When The Hive Learning Academy, a small private school in West Virginia, opened last summer, parents ...