On the 18th a Syrian military source said Israeli jets carried out multiple strikes on the Abu al‑Duhur military airbase in Idlib province in northwestern Syria, striking the runway. The source reported no casualties and some property damage. Israel had no immediate comment.

Saudi Arabia is offering cargoes loaded off the coast of Oman, suggesting it may be following the UAE in routing more oil via transshipment rather than conventional Strait of Hormuz shipments. Sources say Aramco is supplying ship‑to‑ship cargoes loaded at Gulf of Oman ports such as Sohar. The cargoes are Arab Medium and Heavy grades, pointing to Persian Gulf origin. In March Aramco CEO Amin Nasser said the Yanbu pipeline mainly carries Arab Light and Extra Light, while near‑shore Persian Gulf fields supply the kingdom’s medium and heavy barrels. Aramco declined to comment.

UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said on the 17th a cargo vessel was boarded and seized by eight armed men about 4 nautical miles (7.4 km) south of Mareyo, Somalia. Authorities are investigating; UKMTO urged ships in the area to exercise caution and report any suspicious activity.