Iran Shifts Tactics to Target Shipping
Iran is deploying new tactics and spotters to increase attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. The strategy aims to keep oil prices high and influence the upcoming US midterm elections.
Iran deployed new offensive tactics and unarmed spotters to target commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, driving up freight costs. The escalation aims to influence upcoming United States midterm elections and keep global energy prices elevated. The campaign follows military strikes launched by Washington and Israel on February 28.
Commercial traffic through the vital waterway, which previously handled 20% of global oil and liquefied natural gas trade, has dropped sharply. Attacks surged over the past 48 hours to reach their highest level since the war began, according to maritime security data.
