Iran Says It Targeted Oil Tankers in Response to US Strikes

Iran said it targeted three oil tankers via an unauthorized route through the Strait of Hormuz, along with US-linked ships, citing retaliation for American attacks on Iranian tankers over the weekend. The escalation raises near-term disruption risk for crude and tanker flows through a key chokepoint, a likely driver of higher oil-risk premiums. Overall, the news is risk-off for energy markets given the potential for further maritime conflict.