In a significant escalation of hostilities, Iran has intensified its attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, marking a wartime peak with numerous vessels targeted. Recent reports indicate that six oil tankers were struck in a single day, alongside claims of Iranian forces hitting an ADNOC vessel. The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) has documented a surge in incidents, with 12 vessels attacked in just one week. This escalation is raising concerns over oil export recovery and is seen as a strategic effort by Iran to choke off maritime routes critical to U.S.-backed oil shipments. As military tension grows, there are fears that these aggressive actions could destabilize regional oil markets and provoke further international response.