U.S. says it struck two Iran-flagged oil tankers trying to skirt blockade
The shaky U.S. ceasefire with Iran has been repeatedly undermined this week, even as President Donald Trump insists it remains in effect.
TL;DR
- U.S. military struck two Iran-flagged unladen oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman.
- The tankers were prevented from entering an Iranian port, violating a U.S. naval blockade.
- A U.S. fighter jet disabled the tankers using precision munitions.
- This incident is the latest in several military actions that have undermined the U.S. ceasefire with Iran.
- The Strait of Hormuz, which handles 20% of the world's oil trade, has become a key battleground.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio expects Iran to respond to a U.S. proposal to end the war and resume nuclear talks.