Vessels have been seen near the Strait of Hormuz from Oman’s Musandam Peninsula, as tensions remain high and Iran prepares for the possibility of renewed U.S. military strikes. Images from the area show ships operating near one of the world’s most important energy routes.
The heightened maritime activity comes as Iranian officials say Tehran is preparing a broader response if Washington launches further attacks.
According to Iranian officials, military planners are considering expanding potential targets beyond U.S.-linked assets to countries supporting American military operations, and possibly to locations outside the Middle East. No final decision has been reported.
The Strait of Hormuz remains central to the crisis because of its importance to global energy shipments. Commercial traffic has faced major disruption during the conflict, while some oil shipments have increasingly used alternative routes and ship-to-ship transfers.
Iran has also kept diplomatic channels open, despite preparing for a possible escalation. Tehran has proposed steps that could help reopen the waterway as part of a broader agreement to end hostilities and ease sanctions.
With military preparations and diplomatic efforts continuing at the same time, the Strait of Hormuz remains a key focus as the region watches for the next move from Washington and Tehran.
