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GPS Jamming Disrupts Navigation for 1,000 Ships in Gulf of Oman

GPS Jamming Disrupts Navigation for 1,000 Ships in Gulf of Oman

First seen 9 Mar 2026, 18:43 UTC

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ThreatCluster March 12, 2026 at 16:10 UTC

Due to GPS signal jamming in the Gulf of Oman, nearly 1,000 ships, including cargo and oil tankers, have lost their navigation capabilities. This disruption, attributed to the ongoing conflict in the region, has resulted in significant maritime traffic issues, with a reported 70% decrease in traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. The jamming is primarily affecting vessels relying on the outdated L1 C/A GPS signal.

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2026-03-08
1,000 ships reported navigating without GPS in Gulf of Oman
2026-03-08
Traffic in the Strait of Hormuz decreased by 70%
Date unknown
US-Israeli strikes initiated, leading to GPS jamming

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