"Tensions Escalate in Strait of Hormuz as IRGC Attacks Commercial Ship. In a dramatic escalation of maritime tensions, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has reportedly struck a commercial vessel as it transited through the strategic Strait of Hormuz. According to reports from the US Central Command (Centcom), a crew member was missing from the vessel, sparking concerns about the safety of international shipping in the region. The incident has raised alarm bells among global shipping interests and may have significant implications for regional stability, as the Strait of Hormuz is a critical waterway for international oil trade."


IRGC hits commercial ship transiting through waterway, with Centcom saying crew member was missing from vessel