Iran touts Hormuz attacks as oil flows increase despite tensions
Summary
Iran says it has successfully attacked ships near the Strait of Hormuz, causing the US Navy to move its warships further away from Iran’s coast. US reports confirm some service members were injured during recent attacks, while the Strait continues to see significant oil shipments despite ongoing tensions.Key Facts
- Iran claims it attacked ships, including US Navy vessels, near the Strait of Hormuz.
- The US reported eight Marines suffered smoke inhalation and possible brain injuries from an Iranian missile strike on September 14.
- US officials said the vessel hit was not a US Navy ship.
- The Pentagon has quietly reported 861 service members wounded and 19 deaths since the war began on February 28.
- US warships reportedly moved further into the Arabian Sea to avoid Iranian missile threats.
- Iran’s Supreme Leader said US forces pull back due to “painful blows” from Iranian fighters.
- The US maintains a naval blockade of Iran’s southern ports and rejects Iran’s proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
- Nearly 13 million barrels of crude oil are passing daily through the Strait despite conflict and blockade efforts.
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