United States military disables three Iranian linked oil tankers

…Corps (IRGC), following what it described as attacks by Iranian forces on American warships. US Central Command (CENTCOM) said in a statement on X that Iranian vessels were “permanently disabled” near Iran’s coast. " Following Iran's failed attacks, CENTCOM permanently disabled the IRGC crude oil carriers M/T Downy off the coast of Kharg Island and M/T Stark 1 near Jask ," CENTCOM wrote on X. The command stated another tanker, which was carrying no cargo, was targeted in the Gulf of Oman. The vessel was hit at several critical points after its crew was instructed to leave the ship.…

…destroyer and aircraft carrier avoided several attacks launched by Iran. CENTCOM commander Admiral Brad Cooper warned that the US would impose a higher economic cost on the IRGC following attacks on American vessels. “ Let the message to the IRGC be clear: If you shoot at two of our ships, we will impose an even higher economic cost —taking out three of yours. We will not hesitate to defend American forces, and if necessary, destroy Iran’s limited and exposed oil fleet ,” Cooper said. The latest strikes come amid Washington’s efforts to put increasing economic pressure on Iran, including through a blockade of its ports, while continuing to signal that military action remains an…