The calm was just smoke
The ceasefire in the Strait of Hormuz seemed like a mirage. And now, Washington made its move: it tried to force the reopening of the passage for commercial ships. The result? United Arab Emirates reports missiles and drones that they say came from Iran. The tension rose several degrees.
“The situation in the strait could enter a new equation if external pressures continue” — Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf, speaker of the Iranian Parliament.
Two versions, one broken reality
On the American side, the army assures that two ships flying the US flag crossed the strait without problems, as part of the “Project Freedom” operation. They say they sank small Iranian boats that were a threat. But in Tehran, state media denies everything: they claim that civilians died when they hit cargo ships.
Who to believe? Difficult. But what is concrete is that the global oil trade is already feeling the blow. The Strait of Hormuz is the planet’s energy bottleneck.
India and the Emirates, in the line of fire
The United Arab Emirates not only reports attacks: also damage to oil facilities. And Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned everything and called for guarantees for shipping. Indirect negotiations between Iran and the US are advancing, but at a snail’s pace.
“Both countries must avoid an escalation that would drag them back into open conflict” — Abbas Araghchi, Iranian Foreign Minister.
Provocation or defense?
The US military intensifies operations in the area, protecting its ships. Iran reads it as a direct provocation. And meanwhile, families in the region are wondering if this is going to break out again. Because when oil tanks shake, the consequences reach everywhere.
