US-Iran War: 3 U.S. & UK Linked Oil Tankers Attacked in Strait of Hormuz
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Mar 02, 2026, 24:30 IST | Updated: Mar 02, 2026, 24:30 IST
Tensions in the Gulf have escalated sharply as three oil tankers reportedly linked to the United States and the United Kingdom came under attack near the strategic Strait of Hormuz amid the intensifying US-Iran conflict. The incidents follow recent military strikes and retaliatory threats, raising serious concerns over maritime security and global energy supply routes. Reports suggest vessels in the region faced explosions and drone threats, forcing evacuations and disrupting commercial shipping traffic.
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