The situation in the Middle East intensified Saturday as the US military announced it targeted three Iranian oil tankers following missile assaults on Navy vessels. This escalation highlights the growing tensions between the US and Iran, with military officials stating they are prepared to dismantle Iran’s limited oil fleet if provoked.
Reports indicate that a US aircraft carrier and a destroyer successfully dodged several “unprovoked Iranian attacks” while on patrol, with no American personnel reported injured. The military’s decisive actions signal a firm stance against threats to its forces in the region.
Fonte/Origem: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/sep/05/us-military-iran-tankers