Freedom of navigation stories

Sep 21, 2026

New Zealand naval ships transit Taiwan Strait amid China tensions

Two New Zealand naval ships transited the Taiwan Strait, marking a rare passage through the contested waterway claimed by China and regarded by Taiwan and the US as international waters.

Sep 21, 20265 sources

Apr 17, 2026

France and UK to Lead Multinational Force to Secure Strait of Hormuz

French President Macron and UK PM Starmer are hosting a coalition summit to discuss deploying a multinational defensive force to ensure freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. Over 30 nations are participating, with neither the US, Israel, nor Iran invited.

Apr 17, 20269 sources