Oil tankers face 'worst case scenario' in Hormuz as Iran steps up attacks on ships, maritime risk CEO says
One seafarer was killed and three were injured in attack on the crude oil tanker Al Bahyah off Oman's coast on Tuesday.
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Iran has escalated attacks on oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, killing one seafarer and injuring others in recent strikes. The CEO of a maritime risk firm describes the situation as a "worst-case scenario," with crews too fearful to transit and at least nine ships attacked since July 6. The U.S. military has also disabled a tanker heading toward Iran after reimposing its naval blockade.