The US struck the islands of Kishm in the Strait of Hormuz on November 2. This incident caused a rise in global oil prices. Washington characterized this action as a defensive measure.
According to several American media outlets, the operation was limited and conducted for defensive purposes. According to data from one source, Reuters, the strike occurred after Iranian forces used anti-aircraft missiles against US facilities.
Information reported by Fox News indicates that the strike happened after an Iranian aircraft fired at a US aircraft. However, American officials emphasize that this step does not signify the resumption of large-scale military actions.
For its part, the Iranian agency IRNA reported a series of explosions recorded on Kishm Island on November 2. Currently, there is no information available regarding the scale of the damage or the consequences of the strike.
As reported by The Wall Street Journal, Washington has been conducting a number of covert, limited strikes inside Iran in recent weeks. According to official US statements, such actions are aimed at reducing the threat to commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
Kishm Island is located near international oil transport routes and possesses a naval base as well as ground missile production facilities.
Following the report of the strike on Kishm, oil prices on the global market increased. On the morning of November 3, Brent crude futures rose by 0.5%, reaching $105.25 per barrel.
This incident took place during a period when diplomatic contacts between the US and Iran are ongoing. Iran stated that negotiations have not stopped, but no agreements have been reached as of yet.
