CIRCLE WITH A DOT

🟡 Naval Anomaly | 7/10 Iranian vessel TOUSKA shadowed off OmanIranian cargo ship TOUSKA spotted 170 km east of Oman coast, 400 km south of US Navy interception point. Unknown warship shadowing.#OSINT #NewsGroup #Iran #US #NavalActivity

🟢 Diplomacy | 5/10 WSJ: 'Project Freedom' is a coordination cell for Strait of Hormuz trafficAccording to a report by The Wall Street Journal, an initiative known as 'Project Freedom' is currently operational in the Persian Gulf region. This initiative functions as a coordination cell designed to facilitate the safe passage of commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. The structure involves insurance companies and shipping organizations working together. Notably, the project does not currently include U.S. Navy escort vessels in its operations. Therefore, the mechanism of 'Project Freedom' relies solely on civilian and commercial instruments.#OSINT #NewsGroup #StraitOfHormuz #Iran #US #MaritimeSecurity

🟢 Diplomatic Statement | 8/10 Iran warns interference in Hormuz protocol violates ceasefireThe head of the Iranian Parliament National Security Commission, Azizi, issued an official statement warning against any interference in the new protocol for the Strait of Hormuz. According to him, any actions that disrupt the established order in this strategically vital waterway will be considered a direct violation of the current ceasefire. This warning comes amid rising tensions in the Persian Gulf region. The Iranian side emphasizes the need to adhere to international agreements regarding navigation. Analysts suggest that such statements may indicate a hardening of Tehran's position in ongoing negotiations.#OSINT #NewsGroup #Iran #StraitOfHormuz #Ceasefire #Diplomacy

🟡 Naval Operation | 8/10 US launches 'Project Freedom' in Strait of HormuzUS President Donald Trump has officially announced the launch of 'Project Freedom' in the Strait of Hormuz. The initiative aims to guide foreign vessels out of this strategically critical waterway. The US Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed that over 100 aircraft and 15,000 service members will be involved in the operation. Activities are set to begin on May 4. The Wall Street Journal clarifies that the operation is a coordination mechanism and does not involve direct physical escort by the US Navy.#OSINT #NewsGroup #USA #Iran #StraitOfHormuz #NavalOperation

🟡 Naval Activity | 8/10 Ships depart Ras Al Khaimah waters after IRGC Navy warningSeveral vessels have raised anchor and are departing from the waters near Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates, following a warning issued by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy. The Iranian naval command ordered all ships in the area to move away immediately. It remains unclear how many vessels have left the zone and what types of ships are involved. The incident occurs amid heightened tensions in the Persian Gulf, where Iranian military activity has recently intensified. Local maritime authorities have not yet issued an official comment on the situation.#OSINT #NewsGroup #Iran #UAE #NavalActivity #PersianGulf

Iran-Liveblog: ++ Iran prüft US-Antwort auf 14-Punkte-Plan ++Laut iranischen Medien haben die USA auf den 14-Punkte-Vorschlag des Iran geantwortet. Kanzler Merz hat einen direkten Zusammenhang zwischen dem US-Abzug und seinem Streit mit Trump über die Iran-Strategie verneint.️ https://www.tagesschau.de/newsticker/liveblog-nahost-sonntag-290.html?at_medium=mastodon&at_campaign=tagesschau.de#Iran #Liveblog #PersischerGolf #USA #Israel

Ein tödliches KontrollinstrumentFür die Is­la­mi­sche Republik sind #Exekutionen ein Mittel zum #Machterhalt, einzelne Men­schen­le­ben zählen nichts. Nach den Pro­tes­ten im Januar 2026 nimmt ihre Zahl zuVon Teseo #LaMarcaNachdem US-Präsident Donald #Trump im Januar noch „help“, also „Hilfe“, für die gegen das Mullah-Regime Demonstrierenden in #Iran versprach, spielt das Wohl der iranischen Bevölkerung in seinen jüngsten Äußerungen längst keine Rolle mehr. https://www.taz.de/!6175438

Iran-Liveblog: ++ Offenbar Schiff nahe Straße von Hormus attackiert ++Nahe der Straße von Hormus ist nach Angaben der britischen Behörde UKMTO ein Frachter von kleineren Booten attackiert worden. Die OPEC+-Länder fördern im Juni zusätzlich 188.000 Barrel Öl.️ https://www.tagesschau.de/newsticker/liveblog-nahost-sonntag-290.html?at_medium=mastodon&at_campaign=tagesschau.de#Iran #Liveblog #PersischerGolf #USA #Israel

Trump casts doubt on Iran peace deal and says Tehran has not ‘paid a big enough price’US president to review Iranian proposal but signals scepticism amid deadlock and fears of renewed strikes Donald Trump has said he is reviewing the latest peace proposal from Tehran, but cast doubt on the prospect of a diplomatic breakthrough by claiming Iran h...https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/trump-says-iran-has-not-yet-paid-a-big-enough-price-as-he-reviews-new-peace-proposal#US-IsraelwaronIran #Iran #Israel #StraitofHormuz #USforeignpolicy #TheGuardian(Sun, 3 May 2026 15:20:01 +0000)

🟡 Naval Attack | 8/10Attack on bulk carrier off Iran's coastAn attack on a bulk carrier has been reported off the coast of Iran, as the vessel was proceeding northbound. The incident occurred 11 nautical miles west of Sirik, Iran. The ship's master reported that the vessel was attacked by multiple small craft. All crew members are confirmed safe, and there is no environmental damage. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances of the attack.#OSINT #NewsGroup #Iran #NavalAttack #StraitOfHormuz

🟡 Naval Activity | 7/10 CENTCOM Commander Visits USS Milius Near IranOn May 2, Admiral Brad Cooper, commander of U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), visited the guided-missile destroyer USS Milius, which is currently patrolling regional waters. The vessel is participating in a naval blockade against Iran. During his visit, the admiral addressed the crew over the ship's 1MC announcing system. In his remarks, he emphasized the critical importance of the mission for regional security. The visit comes amid heightened tensions in the Persian Gulf.#OSINT #NewsGroup #US #Iran #Naval #CENTCOM

Trump casts doubt on Iran peace deal and says Tehran has not ‘paid a big enough price’US president to review Iranian proposal but signals scepticism amid deadlock and fears of renewed strikes Donald Trump has said he is reviewing the latest peace proposal from Tehran, but cast doubt on the prospect of a diplomatic breakthrough by claiming Iran h...https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/trump-says-iran-has-not-yet-paid-a-big-enough-price-as-he-reviews-new-peace-proposal#US-IsraelwaronIran #Iran #Israel #StraitofHormuz #USforeignpolicy #TheGuardian(Sun, 3 May 2026 11:44:05 +0000)

🟡 Naval Anomaly | 8/10 Iranian VLCC tanker with $220M oil evaded US naval monitoringThe Iranian very large crude carrier HUGE, owned by the National Iranian Tanker Company, transported over 1.9 million barrels of crude oil to the Far East. The cargo is valued at approximately $220 million. The vessel, with IMO number 9357183, managed to evade monitoring by the United States Navy. This incident highlights ongoing Iranian efforts to circumvent international sanctions on oil exports. The operation was conducted without detection by American naval patrols in the region.#OSINT #NewsGroup #Iran #Naval #SanctionsEvasion

🟡 Naval Blockade | 8/10 US imposes naval blockade on Iranian oil exportsThe United States has imposed a naval blockade on Iranian oil exports. This measure has significantly limited Tehran's ability to supply crude to global markets. In response to the blockade, Iran is reducing its oil output. The decision was made to prevent the country's storage facilities from filling up. The situation indicates an escalation of economic pressure on the Iranian regime.#OSINT #NewsGroup #NavalBlockade #Iran #USA #OilWar

Germany says it expected Trump’s withdrawal of US troops as row over Iran comments grows – liveGerman defence minister responds to US president’s announcement that 5,000 US troops will leave bases in Germany * [Full report: Nato seeks to ‘understand the details’ after US decision to withdraw troops from Germany][1] * [‘We love our Americans’...https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/may/02/us-israel-war-iran-germany-american-troops-donald-trump-middle-east-latest-news-updates#US-IsraelwaronIran #Iran #StraitofHormuz #Trumpadministration #Israel #TheGuardian(Sat, 2 May 2026 14:21:40 +0000)

Germany says it expected Trump’s withdrawal of US troops as row over Iran comments grows – liveGerman defence minister responds to US president’s announcement that 5,000 US troops will leave bases in Germany * [‘We love our Americans’: the German town rocked by Trump’s plan to withdraw US troops][1] The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) s...https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/may/02/us-israel-war-iran-germany-american-troops-donald-trump-middle-east-latest-news-updates#US-IsraelwaronIran #Iran #StraitofHormuz #Trumpadministration #Israel #TheGuardian(Sat, 2 May 2026 13:27:48 +0000)

Germany says it expected Trump’s withdrawal of US troops as row over Iran comments grows – liveGerman defence minister responds to US president’s announcement that 5,000 US troops will leave bases in Germany * [‘We love our Americans’: the German town rocked by Trump’s plan to withdraw US troops][1] The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) s...https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/may/02/us-israel-war-iran-germany-american-troops-donald-trump-middle-east-latest-news-updates#US-IsraelwaronIran #Iran #StraitofHormuz #Trumpadministration #Israel #TheGuardian(Sat, 2 May 2026 12:34:23 +0000)

Germany says it expected Trump’s withdrawal of US troops as row over Iran comments grows – liveGerman defence minister responds to US president’s announcement that 5,000 US troops will leave bases in Germany * [‘We love our Americans’: the German town rocked by Trump’s plan to withdraw US troops][1] The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) s...https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/may/02/us-israel-war-iran-germany-american-troops-donald-trump-middle-east-latest-news-updates#US-IsraelwaronIran #Iran #StraitofHormuz #Trumpadministration #Israel #TheGuardian(Sat, 2 May 2026 11:50:30 +0000)

Germany says it expected Trump’s withdrawal of US troops as row over Iran comments grows – liveGerman defence minister responds to US president’s announcement that 5,000 US troops will leave bases in Germany Here is the full statement from German defence minister **Boris Pistorius** in response to the US’s decision to withdraw 5,000 troops f...https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/may/02/us-israel-war-iran-germany-american-troops-donald-trump-middle-east-latest-news-updates#US-IsraelwaronIran #Iran #StraitofHormuz #Trumpadministration #Israel #TheGuardian(Sat, 2 May 2026 09:52:09 +0000)

“Trump Taps Israel Lobbyist From Israeli Intelligence Cutout To Join Iran Negotiations”by The Dissident on Substack @palestine@fedibird.com@Palestine@masto.ai @palestine@lemmy.ml@iran “By putting a lobbyist for Israel from a ‘think tank’ that is in reality a cover for an Israeli intelligence cutout, the Trump administration is guaranteeing that Israel will be driving the American side during negotiations with Iran”https://open.substack.com/pub/the307/p/trump-taps-israel-lobbyist-from-israeli#Press #SocialMedia #Iran #War #Trump #Israel #OperationEpsteinFury #OperationEpicMistake #RegimeChange #WarCrimes #CrimesAgainstHumanity #Hormuz #Empire #Collapse #US #EMET #Mossad #Negotiation #Stewart #FDDAction #Witkoff #AIPAC