Iran Strikes Tankers in Strait of Hormuz as India Urges Safe Passage for Shipping

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has struck two oil tankers attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz under U.S. "air escort," according to Iranian state media. The IRGC stated the "non-compliant oil tankers" were "struck and brought to a halt," forcing four other vessels to turn back. This marks a major escalation in the ongoing conflict, directly threatening a critical energy chokepoint.

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