Shipping Lanes Under Fire | Spokane News

Spokane News Today | 2 Min | The Daily News Now! · Aug 12, 2026 · 1m

Shipping lanes are under fire as deadly attacks and escalating tensions shake global trade routes. In the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a cargo ship was struck, killing four crew members — the first fatalities linked to Houthi attacks since the conflict began. Meanwhile, U.S. forces disabled a Panama-flagged vessel in the Gulf of Oman for ignoring warnings and violating a naval blockade. As diplomatic talks stall, Iran’s top security official warns the Strait of Hormuz will stay closed unless the U.S. meets demands, including asset releases — a move that could cripple vital oil and gas flows. With…