Three Tankers Struck by Projectiles in Strait of Hormuz, Raising Fresh Security Fears
Three oil tankers were hit by projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, according to maritime services company Marisks, in an incident that immediately renewed concern over the security of one of the worldโs most strategically important shipping lanes. The strikes come at a time of heightened regional tension and underscore how quickly commercial shipping can become exposed to geopolitical shocks in the narrow waterway linking the Gulf to global energy markets.
