Iranian Forces Seize Tanker in Strait of Hormuz Following Projectile Strike
On July 21, 2026, a commercial tanker in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Oman was struck by a projectile, forcing its crew to abandon the vessel. Iran's Revolutionary Guard claimed responsibility for the attack, which occurred during a period of near-total cessation of maritime traffic in the waterway. This latest incident follows the collapse of an interim deal between the U.S. and Iran and has pushed global oil prices above $88 per barrel.