"The U.S. could follow that model now and become more aggressive to protect ships passing through the strait, through which 20% of the world's traded oil and natural gas passes in peacetime."
"The U.S. Navy has long been familiar with the small boat tactics deployed by Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard, which has adapted to international sanctions blocking its ability to access military vessels."
"Using those small boats, Iran seized two cargo ships this week. A video released by the Guard showed its forces aboard patrol boats dwarfed."
Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard employs small boats to threaten shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, reminiscent of tactics used during the 1980s Tanker War. The U.S. could increase military escorts to protect oil tankers, but challenges exist due to advanced military technology and unclear goals. International shippers may remain wary of U.S. Navy escorts amid ongoing conflicts. The Revolutionary Guard has adapted to sanctions by using small civilian vessels armed with heavy machine guns and rocket launchers, successfully seizing cargo ships recently.
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