Iran has been launching drones and missiles at commercial ships in the waterway each week, though it has often failed to strike its targets, according to a Western security official.
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Iran's Aggression in the Strait of Hormuz Continues Despite Rising Oil Flows
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October 2, 2026
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Iran has been actively launching drones and missiles at commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, although many of these attempts have not succeeded. This ongoing aggression poses a threat to maritime security in a crucial global shipping route. The situation highlights Iran's military posture despite an increase in oil flows.
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