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Iran hits Gulf neighbours as US presses on with strikes
The Hindu··21 Jul
Washington and Tehran traded strikes on July 20 as US deaths in renewed fighting climbed to three and more ships came under attack in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's Revolutionary Guards hit targets in Syria, Jordan and Kuwait overnight. Brent crude rose above 91 dollars a barrel, the highest price since June 11, amid Hormuz disruption.
Prism
What It Means For You
- Hormuz shipping disruption affects India's crude imports and fuel prices.
- West Asia escalation raises costs for Indian seafarers and energy consumers.
- Global oil above 91 dollars increases inflation pressure on imported goods.
What's Happening
- Iran struck US targets in Syria, Jordan and Kuwait on July 20.
- US CENTCOM completed a ninth consecutive night of strikes on Iran.
- Brent crude rose above 91 dollars amid Strait of Hormuz attacks.
Conflict Escalation Timeline
- The interim US-Iran deal collapsed after Hormuz ship attacks.
- Three new US military fatalities were announced over the weekend.
- India has advised citizens to postpone travel to Iran.
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