Tanker War Escalates: US-Iran Tensions Reach Fever Pitch

At least seven oil tankers have been struck in and beyond the Persian Gulf since Tuesday evening local time, as the United States and Iran step up tanker attacks in what could mark a dangerous new phase in the war.

The strikes come amid escalating tensions between the two nations, with Iran claiming to have targeted U.S. warships with a new ballistic missile for the first time in the conflict.

Iran has also warned that its new military doctrine involves pre-emptive strikes, adding to the sense of unease and uncertainty surrounding the situation.