US says two American-flagged merchant vessels have transited the Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. has deployed Navy destroyers to guide commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz, where hundreds have been stranded since the start of the conflict. Iran has accused the U.S. of attacking a vessel, while the U.S. warned of a ‘forceful’ response to any interference. This action heightens concerns about the ongoing U.S.-Iran tensions and potential disruptions to global oil supplies.