At least nine vessels have come under attack since the U.S.–Israel military operation against Iran began on Saturday.
About 300 oil tankers remain inside the Strait of Hormuz, according to vessel tracking data from Vortexa and Kpler.
At Least 9 Vessels Attacked in Gulf Since Iran War Began
Around 300 oil tankers remain in the Strait of Hormuz as attacks mount, raising fears of major disruptions to global oil supplies and energy markets.
An aerial view of the Iranian shores and the island of Qeshm in the strait of Hormuz on Dec. 10, 2023. STR/Reuters
