Economy
Two Iranian Boats Destroyed After Attempting to Seize US Vessel
The US military destroyed two Iranian Revolutionary Guard boats that attempted to seize an unmanned maritime vehicle in the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in crew deaths. While US officials confirmed the incident as part of escalating tensions that have halted most shipping and spiked oil prices, Iranian state media claimed the vessels were fishing boats near Kargan and Larak island, with a search ongoing for missing fishermen. The conflict has cost the US approximately €32 billion and depleted munitions stocks, while Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia further threaten regional stability and oil exports ahead of US midterm elections.
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