Hormuz Strait: (Right Now News) An oil tanker near the Hormuz Strait was attacked, leading to an exchange of accusations between Iran and the US. Independent sources have not confirmed the incident.

According to Iranian official sources, the oil tanker, supported by the US Navy, was heading towards Oman when it was targeted. Iran claimed the ship was repeatedly warned.

US officials accused Iran of the attack, stating that a missile-like weapon hit the oil tanker near the Gulf of Oman. The ship caught fire, but no casualties were reported.

Experts suggest the incident poses a threat to global energy supply and maritime trade, as a significant portion of the world’s crude oil passes through this route.

It is important to note that Iran maintains that ships passing through the Hormuz Strait should contact the Iranian military in advance. Tensions between Iran and the US have previously occurred in this region.