IRGC missile strike hits oil tanker, escalating Strait of Hormuz tensions

IRGC missile strike hits oil tanker, raising tensions. Strait of Hormuz traffic returns to normal by June 15 at 5.5% YES.

domenica 31 maggio 2026 New tab

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## Market Snapshot

Strait of Hormuz Normal Traffic market is priced at 5.5% YES, down from 8% over the last 24 hours. The end of May market is effectively at 0% YES, reflecting the improbability of a quick resolution.

## Key Takeaways

– Satellite imagery suggests an oil tanker was hit by an IRGC missile, escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. – The incident appears consistent with decreased likelihood of maritime traffic returning to normal by June 15. – Israeli strikes in Tyre indicate concurrent regional tensions, impacting broader geopolitical stability.

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