Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:14am on 12 Mar 2026,Thursday India Global
Iran has intensified attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of a wider energy crisis. Despite the tensions, two Shipping Corporation of India tankers — Pushpak and Piramal — crossed the strait safely without naval escort overnight. At least three other vessels were struck by Iranian projectiles, including the Thai bulk carrier Mayuree Naree, which suffered hull damage while heading to Kandla. Shipping experts said confusion remains in the region. “There is utter confusion in the Persian Gulf as Iranians are talking in multiple voices. The escorts are not being allowed and the tankers are taking chances,” one expert said. So far, 19 ships have reportedly been hit in the Hormuz attacks, leaving seven people dead. (PC: X)
