From New York Post · · 1m 30s
US escorts oil tankers through Hormuz in daylight
American and Gulf forces now protect ships in broad daylight as Iran continues attacking vessels in the strategic waterway.
In brief
American and Gulf forces now protect ships in broad daylight as Iran continues attacking vessels in the strategic waterway. The US has shifted from nighttime to daytime escorts through the Strait of Hormuz, with up to 40 ships crossing daily under military protection. Originally reported by New York Post.
Daylight escorts begin again
The US military and Gulf nations now escort oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz in broad daylight. Previous escorts happened only at night.
Traffic surges under protection
Up to 40 ships crossed the strait in a single day last week under US military protection. Satellite images confirm large tankers are safely transiting even during daytime.
Better than Project Freedom
The current escorts far exceed Operation Project Freedom from May, which lasted less than two days and saw only two US ships cross the strait.
Oil flow numbers disputed
The Trump administration claims 17 million barrels exit daily. Commercial analysts say the 60-day average is closer to 7.85 million barrels per day.
Iran keeps attacking ships
At least 22 seafarers have been killed in 79 confirmed incidents since the war began. Iran claims sea mines, but Western officials say missiles or drones are responsible.
US sets transit time windows
The US now limits transits to specific time slots, with availability varying by day. The system began in September through Naval Cooperation and Guidance for Shipping.
The main idea
The US has shifted from nighttime to daytime escorts through the Strait of Hormuz, with up to 40 ships crossing daily under military protection.
