Iran increases strikes on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz

Iran has continued to strike ships using an “unauthorized” route through Omani territorial waters. At least 21 vessels have been struck in or near the Strait of Hormuz so far this month.

● Attacks on commercial vessels since June 2026

Last updated Oct. 15, 2026, at 5 a.m. ET.

Note: Data covers up to Oct. 15, 2026, and includes reported incidents classified as attacks by UKMTO whether serious or minor, in local Gulf Standard Time (8 hours ahead of ET).

Sources: United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations; The Institute for the Study of War with AEI's Critical Threats Project; Flanders Marine Institute (2026): MarineRegions.org

Graphic: Becky Pinnington, CNN