The United States has launched a new wave of military strikes against Iran, targeting dozens of military objectives including logistical infrastructure and maritime capabilities.
Iranian state media reported explosions in Qeshm and Bandar Abbas, key ports along the Strait of Hormuz, as clashes escalated over shipping routes.
The operation marks a significant escalation in the West Asia conflict, directly threatening one of the world's most critical energy chokepoints.
With tanker traffic already at a two-month low due to persistent shipping risks, the new strikes intensify fears of further disruption to global oil flows.
Crude oil prices jumped sharply following the reports of the new round of strikes.
The escalation underscores the growing vulnerability of maritime trade routes in the region, with investors closely monitoring the potential for broader supply chain impacts.