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Burst of Attacks in Gulf Heightens Fears Over Fragile Energy Trade

5 October 2026 at 13:22

Strikes on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz and oil infrastructure in Saudi Arabia came as the region’s exporters were getting more oil to the world market.

Ships near the Strait of Hormuz last week. More tankers have moved through the strait in recent weeks.

Burst of Attacks in Gulf Heightens Fears Over Fragile Energy Trade

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By: Lisa Friedman and Jenny Gross

5 October 2026 at 13:22

Strikes on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz and oil infrastructure in Saudi Arabia came as the region’s exporters were getting more oil to the world market.