Fifteen attacks on Abu Dhabi National Oil Company ships since the conflict escalated threaten a key chokepoint for global crude supplies.
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company reported 15 attacks on its vessels since the regional conflict began, including three this week. The strikes have killed one crew member and injured 20 others, disrupting crude, gas, and refined product shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, which handles about 20% of global oil consumption.
Prior to the escalation, the strait operated without major disruptions, though tensions have periodically flared in the region. The latest attacks mark a sharp increase in targeting of energy infrastructure, raising concerns over supply stability.
Markets have not yet reacted to the latest disclosures, but analysts warn of potential upward pressure on oil prices if disruptions persist.