U.S. Navy Pauses Escort Missions in Strait of Hormuz Amid Heightened Risk

The U.S. Navy has turned down near-daily requests from shippers for military escorts through the Strait of Hormuz since the Iran conflict began, citing an unacceptable threat level. This suspension affects roughly 20% of global oil exports and contrasts with President Trump’s public pledge to safeguard tanker passage. Iran’s Revolutionary Guards have declared the strait closed and warned they will fire on any vessel that attempts to cross. Several ships have already been struck, leaving hundreds anchored and global oil prices soaring to multi-year highs. U.S. military leaders say they will only resume escort operations once the risk of attack subsides. Industry insiders and Pentagon sources confirm no commercial ships have received naval protection so far, though planning and contingency options remain under review.

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