US tankers active over Strait of Hormuz

Additional US KC-135 tankers and an E-3 Sentry arrive over the Strait of Hormuz.

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Strait of Hormuz

Updated

Saturday, 20 June 2026 at 16:20 UTC

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Activity over the Strait of Hormuz is increasing with the arrival of more US Air Force KC-135 Stratotankers and an E-3 Sentry airborne early warning and control aircraft inbound to the area. This follows earlier deployment of at least four KC-135 tankers over the strait amid heightened tensions with Iran. The additional assets bolster US aerial refueling and surveillance capabilities in the region.

Updates · 1

53m ago@sentdefender

New report confirms additional KC-135 tankers and an E-3 Sentry inbound to the area, expanding the US aerial presence.

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