Tensions remain high in the Strait of Hormuz following attacks on September 8th. Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (Pasdaran) claims to have attacked two United States Navy ships and ten oil tankers in response to alleged attacks by the US that destroyed five Iranian oil tankers. The claims have not been independently verified, but contribute to escalating conflict in the crucial shipping lane. This exchange follows a period of heightened friction between Iran and the United States in the region. The alleged destruction of Iranian tankers prompted the retaliatory response reported by the Pasdaran. Further details regarding the extent of damage and potential casualties remain unclear, and the situation in the Strait of Hormuz is increasingly volatile. This incident raises concerns about the security of international shipping routes.