The US Navy has recently intercepted at least three Iranian-flagged tankers in Asian waters. One tanker was partially loaded with oil, another carried 2 million barrels, and the third had a capacity of 1 million barrels. This action highlights heightened tensions between the US and Iran.
US Centcom has directed 31 vessels to alter their course or return to port as part of the blockade against Iran. Most of the vessels were oil tankers, and the US has global reach, prohibiting ships from entering or exiting Iranian ports. This could create instability in the energy market.