Commodities
US Strikes Three Iranian Oil Tankers in Retaliation for Missile Attack
US forces have struck three Iranian oil tankers in retaliation for Iran's launch of ballistic missiles towards two US Navy warships, according to CENTCOM. The attack on the tankers is a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between the US and Iran.
The incident occurred on September 6, 2023, when CENTCOM reported that Iran had launched ballistic missiles towards the US Navy warships. In response, US forces struck three Iranian oil tankers, which were identified as targets due to their involvement in the attack.