US limits air defence time slots for tankers sailing through Hormuz, FT reports
- The U.S. has limited air-based defense protection for tankers in the Strait of Hormuz to two specific daily time slots starting in early September.
- This change was made in response to increased Iranian attacks on ships traveling at night in the Strait of Hormuz.
- Since May, the U.S. has provided air-based defense for ships sailing along the Omani coast route on the southern side of the strait.
- The U.S. naval coordination center informed maritime advisers about the limited protection times through emails.
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On September 13, 2026, the U.S.A. reduced the number of temporary corridors during which tankers can pass through the Strait of Ormuz under their guaranteed protection, as reported by the Financial Times.
US Limits Air Defense Time Slots For Tankers Sailing Through Hormuz
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