A series of targeted U.S. strikes has damaged Iranian oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman and near Iran’s strategic Kharg island, raising tensions in a volatile region. The attacks come amid heightened military activity between the two nations, with Iran previously warning of retaliation for recent incidents. Analysts suggest the strikes may be aimed at disrupting Iran’s oil exports, a key economic lever in the ongoing geopolitical standoff. The escalation underscores the fragile balance in the Persian Gulf, where even minor skirmishes can trigger broader conflicts.
US strikes have hit Iranian oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman and near Iran’s Kharg island.
