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  1. Iranian attacks escalating in Strait of Hormuz disrupting oil flow
  2. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy asserts control over passage through the Strait of Hormuz.

Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps targets vessels in Strait of Hormuz

19 reports, 10 independent Updated Tue 00:00
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What happened

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The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy claimed two oil tankers caught fire after striking naval mines while crossing the Strait of Hormuz, with state media reporting they carried about 2 million barrels of crude oil. Separately, the IRGC Navy stated a container ship carrying over 2,500 containers sank south of the Strait after hitting a naval mine while using an unauthorized route. Earlier, the IRGC also targeted a US unmanned surface vessel in the area.

From jpost.com, news.az, middleeasteye.net

Why it matters

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The Strait of Hormuz is a key oil shipping route, and the ongoing attacks have caused disruptions to shipping in the waterway. Reports indicate that these incidents have boosted global energy prices and inflation.

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy asserts control over passage through the Strait of Hormuz, and activity in the region has been recorded since June 1st.

From jpost.com

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Possible knock-on effects

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    Shipping companies might face increased operational costs and delays due to transit halts in the waterway.

Possible ripples

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How it developed

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  1. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps targeted subsea cables in the Strait of Hormuz.Sub-event
  2. IRGC Navy reported a vessel sinking near Hormuz.1 source
  3. Clashes broke out over strategic technology in the Strait of Hormuz.Sub-event
  4. IRGC conducted a strike against a US vessel in the Strait of Hormuz.1 source
  5. The IRGC escalated military confrontation by striking vessels and announcing new sanctions near Hormuz.1 source
  6. IRGC strikes oil tankers in the strait; US holds off attack amid negotiations.1 source
  7. IRGC issues maritime warnings while aggressive actions lead to retaliatory strikes in the critical Hormuz corridor.1 source
  8. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy is intercepting ships in the Strait of Hormuz, causing a transit halt for the Kavomaleas oil products tanker near Oman.Sub-event
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  1. IRGC targets vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.1 source

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