Witnesses in Riyadh reported that the Aramco tower was hit during an attack, according to Al Jazeera. Iranian state media confirmed explosions on Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz, as well as the cities of Jask, Sirik and Bandar Abbas. The attacks occurred in the strategic waterway, a key route for global oil shipments.
The explosions on Qeshm Island, located in the southern part of the Strait of Hormuz, were described by local residents as intense. The Iranian state media cited the attacks as part of a broader security operation. No casualties were reported immediately, though the situation remains under review.
The Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint for global oil trade, with about 20% of the world’s oil passing through it daily. Recent tensions between Iran and the United States have heightened concerns over the region’s stability. The attacks on Qeshm Island and surrounding areas mark a new escalation in the ongoing conflict.
Iran has previously warned of potential attacks on its energy infrastructure, citing U.S. Sanctions and military actions. The current incidents add to the growing unrest in the region, raising questions about the security of vital energy routes. The international community is closely monitoring developments as the situation unfolds.
