U.S. Strikes Three Iranian Tankers; Iran Vows Revenge, Oil Climbs

U.S. Central Command struck three Iranian oil tankers near Kharg Island, Jask, and another location in response to IRGC ballistic missile attacks on two U.S. warships. WTI and Brent rose modestly in early Asian trade, reflecting continued supply risk in the Strait of Hormuz region. Iran's vow of revenge raises the prospect of further escalation and potential disruption to oil flows, though the immediate market reaction has been muted.