Trump Blames Iran For Drone Attack Near Oman

President Trump blamed Iran on Friday for an attack on a ship near Oman, calling it a violation of their ceasefire. Two US officials told Reuters Iran fired on the vessel. Trump said an Iranian drone hit the ship’s upper deck. “Damage was done, but the Ship was able to proceed on its way,” he wrote on Truth Social, adding US forces shot down three other drones.

Iran Pushes Back On Strait Control

Tehran reacted angrily to a joint US-Gulf statement rejecting its claim to charge tolls on ships passing through Hormuz. Iran’s deputy foreign minister said safe passage can’t be guaranteed without recognizing Iran’s role as a coastal state. Oman reportedly told allies ships may need to pay.

Oil Markets React

Oil prices fell about 3% Friday despite the tension, with Saudi Aramco resuming loadings after a four-month halt. The Evergreen Marine ship Ever Lovely was also hit near Oman Thursday by an unknown object. Trump previously warned the US could resume bombing Iran if the deal isn’t honored.