Iran attacks Togo-flagged tanker in Strait of Hormuz, threatens destruction of unauthorized crossings

Iran confirmed it attacked a Togo-flagged oil tanker attempting to transit the Strait of Hormuz without permission, issuing a threat that vessels crossing without authorization will be destroyed. This marks an escalation in Iran's enforcement of maritime access, directly threatening a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments. The incident raises the risk of supply disruption and potential broader conflict, though the extent of damage and the tanker's cargo remain unconfirmed.