From the Caribbean to the Black Sea to Hormuz: The Global Conflict No One is Seeing
July 8, 2026
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as posted by the channelThe world’s oceans are witnessing a level of conflict not seen in decades. In this episode of What's Going on With Shipping?, we analyze the rapid escalation of maritime warfare across three key regions: the Caribbean, the Black Sea, and the Strait of Hormuz. From the U.S. Southern Command's strikes on narco-vessels to Ukraine's massive drone offensive against the Russian fleet, and the latest Iranian attacks on commercial tankers, we break down why these "out of sight" events have a habit of triggering global crises.
Key Highlights:
⚓Caribbean Operations: A look at Operation Southern Spear and the controversial 66 strikes against suspected narco-terrorist boats.
⚓Black Sea Offensive: Analyzing Ukraine’s strike on 21 Russian ships within 72 hours and the shift toward targeting bridge and accommodation areas.
⚓Hormuz Crisis: The breakdown of the U.S.-Iran ceasefire after three commercial tankers were struck by Iranian UAVs and projectiles.
⚓Historical Context: Why maritime incidents—from unrestricted submarine warfare to tanker wars—historically lead to major global declarations of war.
⚓The "Fainting Goat" Effect: How the fear of predators in the shipping lanes causes global trade to lock up and freeze in place.
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Timeline of Boat Strikes and Related Actions
Ukraine hits 21 Russian ships within 72 hours
Three Tankers Attacked Near Strait of Hormuz as JMIC Warns of ‘Severe’ Threat
US revokes Iran sanctions waiver following attacks on shipping
IMO Urges Ships to Avoid Hormuz as U.S. Strikes Iran Over Vessel Attacks
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