US Navy Rejects Hormuz Escort Requests Citing High Attack Risk

The U.S. Navy has turned down near-daily requests from shipping firms to provide military escorts through the Strait of Hormuz. Sources say the risk of attack remains too high while tensions with Iran continue. This stance contrasts with President Trump’s promise to restart regular shipments. The narrow waterway has been closed for over a week, halting nearly 20% of global oil exports and driving prices to 2022 highs. An Iranian Revolutionary Guards official declared the strait closed and warned of fire on any vessel attempting passage. Several ships have already been struck. In regular briefings, the Navy has told industry partners that escorts will resume only when the threat level drops. The Pentagon has not yet responded to follow-up inquiries.

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