Saudi and South Korean Oil Tankers Struck in Strait of Hormuz
📡 Financial Times · 1 min read ·
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Shipping attacks in the strategic Strait of Hormuz have resumed after a period of relative calm, with two oil tankers—one Saudi and one South Korean—reportedly hit. The strikes mark a significant escalation in the region’s maritime tensions. No group has yet claimed responsibility, and the extent of damage or crew injuries remains unclear. The strait is a critical passage for global oil supplies, and any disruption here can quickly affect world energy prices. Authorities are now investigating the incidents, while shipping companies are advised to exercise heightened caution.