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At least two ships were struck and a third experienced a nearby explosion near the Strait of Hormuz amid Iranian warnings to avoid the waterway, triggering a near standstill in shipping and sharp rises in oil prices.

UKMTO reported two vessels struck by unknown projectiles and a third had a nearby explosion, with crews reported safe.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards said three tankers from the UK and US were hit, a claim not yet confirmed by those governments.
The Strait of Hormuz, which carries about 20% of the world's oil and gas, is nearly closed with at least 150 tankers anchored outside, according to Kpler.
Over-the-counter Brent crude trades jumped about 10% to roughly $80 a barrel and analysts warn prices could exceed $100 if disruption continues.
Opec+ agreed to raise output by 206,000 barrels per day and major shippers like Maersk are rerouting vessels around the Cape of Good Hope.

Three ships attacked near Strait of Hormuz as oil prices rise

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