The United States has reportedly intercepted three large oil tankers operating under the Iranian flag in Asian maritime regions.
According to reports, these vessels, identified near the coasts of India, Malaysia, and Sri Lanka, were diverted and taken under control by U.S. military forces.
A statement from CENTCOM indicated that the tanker "Dorena" attempted to breach a blockade and is being held under the escort of a military destroyer in the Indian Ocean. The other vessels — the "Deep Sea" and "Sevin" — were also detained while fully loaded with crude oil.
Simultaneously, the Iranian side announced that it has intensified its operations in the Strait of Hormuz, reporting the seizure of two container ships.
Experts believe that the escalation of tension in this strategic region, through which a significant portion of the world's oil and gas flows pass, could have a serious impact on international energy markets.
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