US Hits Iranian Oil Tankers Amid Rising Tensions in the Gulf The United States confirmed it launched airstrikes against three Iranian oil tankers on June 28, following attacks on warships and oil vessels in the region.
The incident marks a significant escalation of tensions between the US and Iran, which have been escalating for months.
Understanding the Incident: US Oil Tanker Attacks On June 28, two missiles launched from Iranian backed Houthi rebels struck the USS Nimitz, a US Navy aircraft carrier, causing significant damage to its radar system and injuring several crew members.