US attacks 5 Iranian oil tankers, Iran retaliates with strikes on Jordan

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Published: 2026-09-09T01:15:17.970Z • Permanent link

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced on Wednesday that the United States has launched a series of airstrikes against five Iranian oil tankers, citing concerns over the country's alleged support for terrorism. The strikes, which took place in the early hours of the morning, targeted the tankers in the Gulf of Oman. The attack was reportedly carried out by US Navy SEALs and F/A-18 fighter jets.

US officials have pointed to Iranian support for militant groups such as Hezbollah and Hamas, which have been linked to a string of terrorist attacks in the region. Iran has consistently denied providing support to these groups. The US has also accused Iran of attempting to disrupt global oil supplies by targeting tankers carrying oil from the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia.

The Iranian government has issued a statement condemning the US attack, with Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif saying that the strikes were a "serious escalation" and a "gross violation of international law". Iran has threatened to retaliate against US forces in the region, including those in Iraq and Kuwait.

The US attack on Iranian oil tankers has significant implications for the global AI and tech ecosystem. For instance, several major tech companies, including Google and Microsoft, have significant business interests in the Middle East and have been affected by the ongoing tensions between the US and Iran. Companies such as Alphabet, the parent company of Google, have major data centers in the region and are vulnerable to disruptions in the event of a wider conflict.

The US has also been a major player in the development of AI and machine learning technology, with institutions such as DARPA and the National Science Foundation providing significant funding for research and development in the field. The US attack on Iranian oil tankers has raised concerns that the country's involvement in the development of AI and machine learning technology may be disrupted, with potential implications for the global supply chain.

Market analysts have also been warning of the potential impact on global markets, with the US dollar experiencing a significant spike in value following the attack. The attack has also led to a surge in oil prices, with Brent crude reaching a seven-year high.