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Oil Flows Are Up, but Iran Is Still Menacing the Strait of Hormuz

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First reported on Friday 2 October 2026 at 24:01 EDT by The NY Times·Latest article on Friday 2 October 2026 at 24:01 EDT

Summary

Oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz have increased, but Iran continues to pose a threat by targeting commercial ships in the area. According to a Western security official, Iran has been launching drones and missiles at ships in the waterway on a weekly basis. These attacks have frequently missed their targets. The situation remains tense, with no indication of a resolution in the near future. The latest reports confirm ongoing activity by Iran in the region.

Latest: Iran continued its pattern of launching drones and missiles at commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, though these attacks have largely missed their targets.

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  1. Friday 2 October

    Iran continued its pattern of launching drones and missiles at commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, though these attacks have largely missed their targets.