Iranian gunboats attack anchored ship in Gulf of Oman

Iranian gunboats have reportedly attacked a commercial vessel that was anchored in the Gulf of Oman, far from the active crossing lanes of the Strait of Hormuz. The Wall Street Journal reports the attack occurred without warning, marking a significant escalation as it targets a ship not even attempting to transit the critical chokepoint. This incident suggests Iran's maritime aggression is expanding beyond the immediate strait to a wider area of operations. The safety of the crew and the identity of the vessel are currently unknown.