11.03.2026 15:34
As tensions rise in the Strait of Hormuz, the Thai-flagged bulk carrier "Mayruree Naree" was damaged in an attack organized by Iran. Iranian state television drew attention by broadcasting images of the ship after the attack, delivering a striking message. The state television announced the news with the phrase, "The consequences of unauthorized passage through the Strait of Hormuz."
As the Israel-Iran war enters its 12th day, mutual retaliations continue.
In the Strait of Hormuz, tensions rose as the Thai-flagged bulk carrier "Mayruree Naree" was damaged in an attack organized by Iran, while Iranian state television broadcast images of the ship following the incident. The broadcast included the phrase, "The consequences of unauthorized passage through the Strait of Hormuz."
SHIPS HIT OFF OMAN AND UAE COASTS
It was reported that Iran launched a missile attack on two ships in the Strait of Hormuz this morning. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) announced that the attacks occurred just minutes apart. The first attack targeted a ship located about 11 nautical miles off the coast of Oman. An explosion occurred on the ship, and the crew was reported to have been evacuated. The second ship was said to have been hit approximately 50 nautical miles northwest of Dubai in the United Arab Emirates.
REVOLUTIONARY GUARDS HAD THREATENED TO STRIKE
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz by Tehran has deeply affected international markets in the ongoing war between the US, Israel, and Iran. Alireza Tengsiri, Commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy, made a threat that further deepened the Hormuz crisis. Alireza Tengsiri stated, "No ship associated with those attacking Iran has the right to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. If you have any doubts, come and try."
TRUMP HAD RESPONDED HARSHLY
Trump stated that if Iran makes any attempt to obstruct the flow of oil in the Strait of Hormuz, which is critical for global oil trade, the US would respond with a much harsher military response.
The US President said, "If Iran does anything to stop the flow of oil through the Strait of Hormuz, it will be hit 20 times harder than it has ever seen from the US."
STRAIT OF HORMUZ AT THE CENTER OF TENSION
The Strait of Hormuz, located between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, is known as a strategic transit point for global energy markets. It is reported that approximately one-fifth of the world's oil supply passes through this narrow waterway.
Due to the increasing military activity and the effects of the war in the region, it is stated that there have been significant disruptions in tanker traffic in the Strait of Hormuz. Some oil tankers are reported to be waiting in the region due to security concerns, and maritime traffic has occasionally come to a standstill.
OIL MARKETS SENSITIVE
Energy markets are closely monitoring developments in the Strait of Hormuz. Experts suggest that if the strait is closed or oil shipments are interrupted, there could be sharp increases in global oil prices.
Trump's statements are being closely watched in energy markets for this reason, and it is assessed that the US administration wants to convey the message that it will not allow the flow of oil in the strait to be interrupted.