Iran Attacks, US Response: Strait of Hormuz in Crisis

0:00On March 12, three cargo ships were hit by projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran claiming responsibility for the attacks that damaged A, container vessel, two bulk carriers, and sparked a fire on a Thai ship. President Trump vowed to ensure safety in the vital waterway, promising quick action amid rising tensions in the ongoing U.S. conflict with Iran. Earlier this week, reports surfaced of an alleged Iranian plot for a drone attack on California targets from a vessel off the U.S. coast, prompting Anne, FBI alert to local police, though no specifics on timing emerged. Trump highlighted major U.S. successes, stating Iran has lost its navy, air force, and key defenses while shifting goals from regime change to, neutralizing military threats. The strikes caused panic on global markets, and a sharp drop in tanker traffic through the Strait, from 100 to just 5 daily. These including the UK and 31 others, released 400 million barrels from emergency oil reserves

1:01with the U.S. adding 100, 72 million more starting next week. U.S. forces destroyed 16 Iranian mind-laying ships and 58 naval vessels overall, while accusing Iran of hiding military assets among, civilian ones urging workers to stay clear. Iran's new supreme leader, Moshtaba, Kamenei, reportedly suffered injuries and a strike that killed his father, delaying his public appearances and funeral plans. Meanwhile, more attacks hit Iraqi tankers and Omani oil sites, with most Iranian missiles intercepted. As Trump calls for oil firms to resume strait transit and allies like France push for G7 support, the U.S. ramps up patrols to secure the region and prevent further disruptions.