A dramatic maritime incident unfolded near the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, when an oil tanker collided with two other vessels off the coast of the United Arab Emirates. According to British maritime security firm Ambrey and Reuters,

The Foundation for Defense of Democracies, in a policy briefing published Monday, stated: “US forces in the Middle East are under attack and are defending Israel from Iranian-backed aggression. Iran’s leaders continue to threaten to close the Strait of Hormuz - a critical energy chokepoint.”

Two oil tankers collided and caught fire on Tuesday near the Strait of Hormuz. The incident occurred amid a surge in electronic interference in the region, attributed to the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel, according to a Reuters report. No injuries to the crew or oil spillage were reported.