# Oil Tankers Attacked In Strait Of Hormuz

> U.S. admits Iran's targeting abilities improve as oil tankers face strikes.
- Title: Oil Tankers Attacked In Strait Of Hormuz · Jalopnik | Shortify
- Summary: U.S. admits Iran's targeting abilities improve as oil tankers face strikes. Iran has attacked seven oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz since September 28…
- Keywords: strait of hormuz, iran, u.s. official, oil tankers, targeting abilities, brent crude, gas prices, strait of hormuz attacks, cars, culture, Oil, Tankers
- Source: Jalopnik — https://jalopnik.com/2277511/strait-hormuz-u-s-official-admits-iran-targeting-abilities
- Author: Collin Woodard
- Published: 2026-10-05T16:33:14+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: strait of hormuz, iran, u.s. official, oil tankers, targeting abilities, brent crude, gas prices, strait of hormuz attacks, cars, culture
## Oil Tankers Attacked
Seven oil tankers were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz since September 28, 2026, according to UK Maritime Trade Operations data.
## Iran's Warning Message
Iran warned ships to avoid the U.S.-backed route through the strait, saying they would be targeted and destroyed.
## U.S. Official Admits Targeting Improves
A U.S. official said Iran's ability to target ships has improved, undermining Republican claims of U.S. control over the strait.
## Iran's Recent Strikes
Iran struck seven ships near the narrowest part of the Hormuz strait since September 28, 2026, with an eighth ship attacked on Sunday.
## Gas Prices Remain High
U.S. average gas price is $4.37 a gallon, while diesel costs $6.32, with Brent crude trading above $100 a barrel.
## Oil Flows Decline
Oil flows are down two to three million barrels a day, with Gulf producers spending $30 million to $40 million per round trip shuttle run.
## Saudi Aramco CEO Statement
Saudi Aramco CEO Amin Nasser said oil prices will stay high until Hormuz reopens and confidence returns, potentially taking two years to replenish inventories.
## Long-Term Impact
Gas prices will remain high for years as the war drags on, with hybrid or electric vehicles becoming more appealing for cost savings.
## Key takeaway

Iran has attacked seven oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz since September 28, 2026, as U.S. officials admit Iran's targeting capabilities are improving.