# Iran is changing its tactics and stepping up attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Officials told Reuters Tehran wants to keep oil prices high and put pressure on the United States ahead of next month’s midterm elections. A US military official says Iran is using the crews of small, unarmed boats to help identify targets after American strikes damaged its radar systems. Attacks have also spread to waters near Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, threatening vital oil and gas supplies.
Iran steps up attacks on ships in Strait of Hormuz