US Navy denies tankers escort in the Strait of Hormuz
Navy United States have informed shipping companies that they are currently unable to provide tanker escorts to Strait of Hormuz due to the extremely high risk of attacks. This is reported by the agency Reuters.
According to the publication, since the beginning of the war against Iran Representatives of the shipping industry almost daily ask the US military to provide escorts for merchant ships.
The US Navy refuses to escort
Despite numerous requests, the US military is currently refusing to comply with such requests. The reasons are as follows extremely high level of threats to ships and crews in the region.
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world's key sea corridors, carrying a significant portion of global oil supplies. Any hostilities or attacks on ships could have a significant impact on international trade and energy markets.
Trump's statements
Earlier, President Donald Trump said that the US military was ready to provide escorts for merchant ships to resume regular traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.
However, according to Reuters, such operations are not currently being carried out due to the danger of possible attacks.
Context.
Amid the escalating conflict in the Middle East, shipping companies are increasingly concerned about the safety of passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Experts warn that prolonged instability in the region could lead to disruptions in oil supplies and higher energy prices.
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