Ships Attacked in Strait of Hormuz as Iran Declares Strict Control of Vital Shipping Route
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- Iran announced it has resumed strict control over the Strait of Hormuz, reversing its earlier declaration that the strait was open to commercial shipping following a cease-fire between Israel and Lebanon.
- The Iranian military stated it will maintain strict control of the strait unless the United States lifts its blockade of Iranian ports.
- Maritime data showed a slight increase in ship traffic through the strait before Iran’s announcement, but the risk environment has intensified due to recent attacks on commercial vessels.
- The UK Maritime Trade Operations reported two incidents where Iranian Revolutionary Guard gunships fired at a tanker without warning, causing several ships to reverse course, though no crew injuries were reported.
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