Oil tankers navigate the Strait of Hormuz despite threats from Iran's Revolutionary Guard

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Oil tankers navigate the Strait of Hormuz despite threats from Iran's Revolutionary Guard

Associated Press

Jun 25, 2026

A series of oil tankers has navigated the Strait of Hormuz, using a new route close to Oman's shores that has been promoted by the Arab country and a U.N. maritime agency.

Thursday's development comes amid threats from Iran's Revolutionary Guard against vessels traversing the key strait.

Tensions between Iran and the United States are rising over disagreements regarding their interim accord aimed at ending the Iran war.

The U.S. and Iran have agreed to a 60-day period to resolve issues related to the deal.

Meanwhile, fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon has flared again, with Israel launching an airstrike on Wednesday.

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