Tanker attack tests Trump’s claim that Hormuz is a 'functioning strait'
An oil tanker was struck by an unidentified projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, keeping alive risks deterring vessesl from the vital energy corridor.
UKMTO reports tanker hit by unidentified projectile in Strait of Hormuz, resulting in a fire that has been extinguished. No environmental impact has been reported, and all crew members are accounted for and safe. The West Texas Intermediate (WTI) oil price drops 0.27% on the day to $82.33. WTI is a high-quality crude oil traded on international markets.
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