US-Iran Tensions Escalate in Strait of Hormuz: Merchant Ship Targeted Near Qeshm

The US-Iran conflict in the Strait of Hormuz has entered a new phase, with a merchant ship targeted off Qeshm Island, highlighting the strategic vulnerability of Iran's southern islands and ports. The incident underscores escalating military friction in a critical chokepoint for global oil transit, though details on the attack's perpetrator and extent remain unconfirmed. This development raises the risk of supply disruptions and broader regional escalation.