US Strikes Iranian Tankers, Iran Retaliates with Jordan Missiles
The US has escalated its campaign against Iran by sinking five additional oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman and Strait of Hormuz in retaliation for attacks on Navy vessels. Iran responded by launching ballistic missiles at US targets in Jordan, where 18 were intercepted, while Brent crude prices surged toward $100 amid fears of further disruption to global oil supplies.
Hellenic Shipping News reports that the US destroyed five specific Iranian tankers, including the Kivik and Derya, after crews were ordered to abandon ship. Simultaneously, Jordanian air defenses intercepted 18 ballistic missiles fired by Iran toward US-aligned bases in the kingdom.
Source: Hellenic Shipping NewsIranian authorities have escalated their claims, alleging that their naval forces heavily damaged two U.S. destroyers and eight oil tankers in the Persian Gulf, according to reports via Africanews. The IRGC stated these strikes were direct retaliation for American attacks on Iranian vessels, while also noting explosions on Iran's Kharg Island and near Jask.
Source: AfricanewsEscalating naval conflict in the Gulf of Oman triggers cross-border missile strikes into Jordan, marking a significant widening of hostilities between the United States and Iran.
Source: Al Jazeera English
