Iran fires missiles at commercial ships in Strait of Hormuz

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards fired at least two missiles at commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz yesterday, according to reports citing US officials published today. The attack resulted in significant damage to two ships, though no casualties have been reported.
The incident marks an escalation in tensions within one of the world’s most strategically important waterways, through which approximately one-third of global maritime oil trade passes. The Strait of Hormuz, which lies between Iran and Oman, has been a flashpoint for regional tensions in recent years.
The strikes were confirmed by American officials who spoke to news outlets, though the Iranian government has not yet issued an official statement regarding the alleged attack. The Revolutionary Guards, Iran’s elite military force, have previously engaged in hostile actions against shipping in the region.
The targeting of commercial vessels raises fresh concerns about maritime security in the Persian Gulf and could have significant implications for global energy prices and international shipping routes.

Source: Walla News — Original article in Hebrew.