Brief
24 vessels attacked in two weeks as Hormuz shipping crisis deepens
Attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz have surged since the US‑Israel war with Iran began, sharply reducing oil transit.
By Felo News Desk · Published
The Strait of Hormuz has seen a sharp rise in attacks on commercial vessels since the US‑Israel conflict with Iran started, with 24 ships hit in a two‑week span, Times Now News reported.
What happened
Between October 1 and October 11, at least 18 vessels were struck, and six additional attacks were recorded later, according to the Financial Times cited by the outlet. The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said a tanker was hit by an unknown projectile, while the New York Post, citing UKMTO data, noted six vessels were hit on a single Sunday.
What the reports add
Times Now News highlighted that oil flows through the strait fell to an average of 15.5 million barrels per day last month, near pre‑war levels, but dropped to just 2.9 million barrels on the most recent Sunday, a 43 percent decline from pre‑war averages. Brent crude traded above $105 a barrel, and US fuel prices stayed above $4.31 per gallon for gasoline and $6.27 per gallon for diesel, per the American Automobile Association.
What was said
The Institute for the Study of War warned that Iran may be improving anti‑ship missile capabilities, saying, “Iran may be developing its anti‑ship missile capabilities to improve its ability to target vessels,” as quoted by Times Now News.
How it came about
Attacks intensified after the US‑Israel war against Iran began on February 28, with vessels reportedly disabling transponders to avoid detection. Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has warned that ships turning off tracking systems could be targeted for alleged illegal oil smuggling.
Key facts
- 24 commercial vessels were hit in the Strait of Hormuz over a two‑week period. (timesnownews.com)
- Oil flows fell to 2.9 million barrels per day on the most recent Sunday, 43% below pre‑war levels. (timesnownews.com)
- Brent crude traded above $105 per barrel amid the shipping disruptions. (timesnownews.com)
- The Institute for the Study of War warned Iran is developing anti‑ship missile capabilities. (timesnownews.com)
Sources
- [1] timesnownews.com — originally reported as “Hormuz Under Fire: 24 Ships Hit, Oil Flows Crash as Iran War Chokes Supply”
