maritime

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Beginning with signals intelligence, and satellite and electronic surveillance of activity in the strait, such a mission would likely include maritime patrol aircraft and drones.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

One French- and another Japanese-owned vessel are among a handful of vessels to have crossed the war-torn Strait of Hormuz, maritime tracking data showed Friday.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

“This public-private partnership brings stability to maritime trade at a critical moment,” Travelers CEO Alan Schnitzer said.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

The French maritime prefecture said the small boat was seen heading towards the beach at Gravelines at around 09:30 local time, where 30 migrants were waiting to board.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

The conquest and administration of this maritime proto-empire were achieved by navies of large canoes, each holding up to 150 men.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond