The United States continues a ten-night streak of military strikes against Iran as the Strait of Hormuz faces a "worst-case scenario" for shipping.

The United States has conducted its tenth consecutive night of military strikes against Iran, targeting command centers, maritime capabilities, and missile launch sites. The administration announced that these strikes will continue until the president decides otherwise, though diplomatic talks remain ongoing. The military action has caused significant disruption in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy corridor. Iran has retaliated by striking U.S. assets in Bahrain and Kuwait, leading to a "worst-case scenario" for oil tankers. Shipping traffic has dropped to a three-week low as crews navigate the threat of mines and anti-ship missiles. Consequently, oil prices rose, with Brent crude jumping 2.72% to $90.50 a barrel. President Trump stated that the Strait of Hormuz is now open to all ships except those of Iran following the reimposition of a U.S. naval blockade. While the administration continues to degrade Iranian threats, shipping firms are awaiting reliable reassurances of safety before traffic fully recovers.

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