General · 12 March 2026

US military: Iran's direct attacks, not mines, now close oil strait

Higher fuel costs now affect US consumers because the Strait of Hormuz, crucial for global oil, has effectively closed. US intelligence reports state Iran's direct attacks pose the biggest danger for oil tankers navigating this busy passage, not mines. US Central Command struck 16 mine-laying vessels on Tuesday.

By BriefTea Editorial · 12 March 2026 at 3:43

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