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Tankers near Oman come under fire as Iran threatens to choke off shipping routes
Saturday, August 1, 2026
Two commercial tankers were attacked near the Strait of Hormuz off Oman on February 19, 2026. The incidents occurred as tensions escalated in the region. U.S. media reported that President Donald Trump was preparing military strikes against Iran.
Original reporting: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/01/tankers-near-oman-come-under-fire.html