https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/iran-war-updates-u-s-touts-1-billion-barrels-of-oil-escorted-out-of-strait-of-hormuz-by-militaryContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/iran-war-updates-u-s-touts-1-billion-barrels-of-oil-escorted-out-of-strait-of-hormuz-by-militaryhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/iran-war-updates-u-s-touts-1-billion-barrels-of-oil-escorted-out-of-strait-of-hormuz-by-military#u78097Mon, 21 Sep 2026 02:30:44 +0000Centcom reports that over 1 billion barrels of crude oil have passed through the Strait of Hormuz in recent months, with a US commander stating shipments reached a six-month high. However, current shipping traffic remains below the 10-day average according to Reuters data. Tensions remain high as Iran claims it struck an oil tanker in the strait and CBS News reports two ships were attacked. President Trump maintains the waterway is open but has suggested the US could "annihilate" the Iranian regime as a next move.Why it mattersThe Strait of Hormuz is a critical global chokepoint for