The attack on three cargo ships in a day in the strategically important Hormuz Strait has created new concerns in the international arena.
According to maritime security sources and UK Maritime Trade Operations, three separate incidents on Wednesday were accused of firing and assaulting container ships.
In the first incident, a Liberian flag carrier was damaged in the area adjacent to the Oman coast. In the second incident, another Panamanian flag carrier was targeted, but no major damage was reported. The third ship stopped in the middle of the sea, although there were reports of sailors being safe.
While allegations have been made against the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps for the incident, the parties concerned claim that action has been taken in the context of ignoring the warnings regarding the entry and movement of the waterways. The conflicting position in the event has been clarified.
According to analysts, the recent maritime blockade, the risk of commercial ships and the disruption of movement in Hormuz could further increase the pressure on the global energy market. The international community is closely monitoring the situation as the vast majority of the world’s oil and LNG supplies are dependent on this waterway.
Security experts say the regional conflict could be further complicated if the attack on commercial ships is repeated. If diplomatic solutions and security are not ensured, it could have a long-term impact on global trade, energy prices and maritime transport.