UAE condemns Iran's 'brazen' attack on tankers as US launches fresh strikes
The UAE has condemned an Iranian attack on two tankers in the Strait of Hormuz that resulted in casualties, while the US has responded with fresh strikes. Tensions continue to escalate as the US imposes a blockade and Iran asserts its role as the guardian of the waterway.
Why it matters
The conflict threatens global energy security and risks a wider military confrontation in a vital maritime chokepoint.
S hips sailing near the Strait of Hormuz./SCREENGRAB
The UAE accused Iran of a "brazen" attack on two tankers in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, killing one and wounding eight, as Donald Trump said the US would impose a 20% charge as part of a new blockade on the waterway.
The US president said they were hitting Iran "very hard" as strikes were launched for the third consecutive night amid escalating attacks between the two countries.
Iran's foreign minister responded to the announcement of a blockade by saying that Tehran would remain the Strait's "GUARDIAN" - using Trump's word.
The dispute over control of the Strait of Hormuz threatens to derail efforts to end their war, but Trump insisted a deal was still possible.
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