Iran has reported attacks on seven oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of renewed conflict and possible disruptions to global oil supplies.
The report emerged on Thursday amid heightened tensions between Iran and the United States, with concerns growing over the safety of commercial vessels navigating the strategic waterway.
According to the Associated Press, the tankers were reportedly attacked overnight, with naval mines or Iranian forces suspected of being responsible. However, the circumstances surrounding the incidents remained unclear.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard also warned that United States military bases could be targeted if naval escorts for commercial vessels continued in the strait.
Despite the security concerns, oil shipments through the waterway have continued, with some tankers reportedly operating under protection from United States forces.
The attacks have heightened concerns about the economic consequences of a prolonged disruption, as the Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most important routes for international oil transportation.
The United Nations has called for de-escalation and renewed diplomatic efforts to prevent further hostilities, while tensions continue to threaten regional stability and global energy markets.
