Iran's Revolutionary Guards reported striking two oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. These vessels were reportedly under the air escort of the United States military. Four other oil tankers quickly changed their course and returned to previous positions. Iran has controlled navigation through Hormuz since February 28, requiring permission and fees. Earlier, two tankers turned back after one caught fire during transit.

TEHRAN: Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said they struck and halted three oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian media reported Wednesday, despite a lull in fighting between the…

TEHRAN, July 30 — Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said today that two oil tankers attempting to transit the Strait of Hormuz with US support turned back after one of them caught...