The UAE says Iran resumes attacks as the U.S. moves to reopen the Strait of Hormuz

"The U.S. military said Monday that two American-flagged merchant ships had successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz after it launched a new initiative to restore traffic."

"Iran has effectively controlled the strait since the U.S. and Israel launched the war in late February, causing a spike in worldwide fuel prices and rattled the global economy."

"The United Arab Emirates issued its first three missile alerts since a ceasefire reached in early April and accused Iran of targeting an oil tanker."

"The U.S.-led Joint Maritime Information Center is now advising ships to cross the strait in Oman's waters, saying it set up an 'enhanced security area.'"

Two American-flagged merchant ships successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz as the U.S. military launched a new initiative to restore traffic. Iran has controlled the strait since the war began in late February, causing global economic concerns. The UAE issued missile alerts and reported an Iranian drone attack on an oil facility. The U.S. has advised ships to cross in Oman's waters, but risks remain due to Iran's threats. The situation could escalate further, impacting fuel prices and international relations.

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