Tensions Rise as U.S. Moves Oil Through the Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. Navy is running secret missions to move oil tankers through a critical Middle East waterway as tensions with Iran heat up.

There is a very important, narrow strip of water in the Middle East called the Strait of Hormuz. A huge amount of the world's oil travels through this path on giant ships. Lately, it has become a very dangerous place to sail. Iran has been attacking ships in the area, which has caused a lot of trouble for global trade. Because of these attacks, the U.S. military is now stepping in. Reports say the U.S. is running stealth missions—secret operations—to help protect oil tankers as they make the trip. Some experts say that Iran is losing its grip on the area, but the situation remains tense. T…