RismadarVoice Reporters
September 6, 2026
The United States military has struck three Iranian crude oil tankers after Iran launched ballistic missiles at two US Navy vessels, the US Central Command has said.
According to Central Command, the attacks on the Iranian vessels were carried out on Saturday as part of ongoing military tensions between Washington and Tehran. The command said no US personnel were injured in the missile attacks or subsequent operations.
The strikes came after Iranian forces fired ballistic missiles at two US Navy ships, further escalating the confrontation between the two countries in the region.
The US military has not provided additional details about the locations of the targeted tankers or the extent of the damage caused by the strikes.
The latest incident adds to growing tensions between Washington and Tehran, which have intensified in recent months over military activities, regional security concerns and disputes involving Iran’s energy sector.
The confrontation has also affected global energy markets, with concerns over possible disruptions to crude oil supplies from the Middle East.
Iran has previously criticised US military actions in the region, while Washington has maintained that its operations are aimed at protecting its interests and responding to threats against its forces.
The United States Central Command continues to monitor developments as both sides remain involved in a wider military standoff.
