Tanker hit by projectile in Hormuz as Trump hints at possible strike on Iran
BBC Arabic reported that a tanker was struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz. Separately, US President Donald Trump told reporters at the White House he believes Iran was involved in the flydubai incident, saying his answer was yes based on what he is hearing and that his administration is still working on the matter. He also suggested a possible strike on Iran if its involvement is established.
Why it matters
The Strait of Hormuz is a key route for Gulf oil and gas exports, so any tension there affects shipping security and energy markets. Washington's remarks about possible escalation with Iran add to the region's security sensitivities.
Background
The Strait of Hormuz is a waterway linking the Gulf to the open sea and is one of the world's most important routes for oil and energy shipments. Flydubai is an airline based in Dubai.
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- Tanker hit by unidentified projectile in Hormuz as 100 million barrels of diesel released
- Tanker hit by projectile in Hormuz as Trump hints at possible strike on Iran
- Trump says US controls Hormuz and claims no one knows who runs Iran
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- Two oil tankers catch fire in Strait of Hormuz after hitting mines, Revolutionary Guard says
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