Iran War Updates | Tanker Attacks Continue In Strait of Hormuz Despite Iran War De-Escalation Hopes

Despite market bets on a de-escalation in the Iran war, new evidence has emerged in recent days of strikes on ​tankers in the Strait of Hormuz and on energy infrastructure in the Middle East. On Tuesday, crude prices ‌hit two-month lows after US officials downplayed the need for additional military action against Iran, with analysts noting President Donald Trump's more conciliatory tone since the Republicans' defeat in the November 3 midterm elections.