China has seized a tiny sandbank in the South China Sea as tensions continue to grow in the region. Chinese state broadcaster CCTV released images of four officers standing on the disputed reef of...

A European town offering that quintessential maritime feel is the ideal spot to soak up the glorious sunshine this summer. Home to sandy beaches surrounded by the stunning Mediterranean coast and...

Beijing seizes tiny sandbank in South China Sea49 minutes agoEwan SomervilleBBC NewsCCTVThe Chinese coastguard has seized a tiny sandbank in the South China Sea, state media has reported, in an...

Mourning turns to anger in Iran after massive port explosion kills 4018 minutes agoKasra NajiBBC PersianGetty ImagesIn Iran, mourning is turning to anger after a huge blast at its largest commercial...

With its bustling marina, a picturesque harbour, and a lively atmosphere, not to mention a great selection of bijou boutiques and upmarket seafood restaurants, it is no wonder this quaint cobbled...

A Russian warship brazenly prowling British waters has been monitored and tracked by the Royal Navy who launched to intercept the Kremlin vessel from the sea and air. The Plymouth-based Type 23...

Hundreds injured and deaths reported in massive blast at key Iran port27 minutes agoFrances MaoBBC NewsAt least four people have been killed and 500 injured in a massive explosion at one of Iran's...

Christian Estrosi, mayor of Nice and President of the Nice Côte d'Azur Metropolis, has reiterated his opposition to the large cruise ships that dock near Nice in the French Riviera. The French...

Europe will be "back at zero" if the UK waters down plans to send a stabilisation force to Ukraine, experts warned last night. It follows claims that London is reconsidering plans to send thousands...

Archaeologists have made a discovery in the middle of Barcelona, one of Spain's most renowned city. A 500-year-old ship was uncovered five metres below sea level, just a few metres away from...

UK investigators have taken the fight against small boat smugglers to Germany in a bid to stop essential maritime equipment ending up in the hands of the ruthless gangs.The National Crime Agency have...