Iran's Revolutionary Guards have declared the Strait of Hormuz closed and threatened to attack any vessels attempting to transit, following a drone strike that set the Honduran-flagged tanker Athe Nova ablaze. This incident, along with the ongoing conflict and retaliatory strikes against oil facilities, has left around 150 vessels stranded, exacerbating global shipping delays and increasing freight costs. The situation has prompted major insurance companies to withdraw war-risk coverage, further complicating maritime operations in the region.
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Iran Revolutionary Guards Close Strait Of Hormuz After Drone Strike
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The situation in the Strait of Hormuz has escalated with Iran's Revolutionary Guards attacking a fuel tanker, claiming it was aligned with U.S. interests. The strait remains closed, with shipping severely disrupted, leading to soaring energy prices and heightened global economic concerns.
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