Some ships refusing US-military guided Hormuz transits after attacks, sources say

Some shipping companies are refusing U.S.-military guided transits through the Strait of Hormuz after Iranian attacks on vessels.

Seven maritime security and shipping industry sources confirmed the refusal.

Safety concerns over Iranian attacks led to the decision to avoid the U.S. transit scheme.

The U.S. military had established the guided transit scheme to ensure safe passage.

Iranian attacks on vessels have escalated, increasing risks for commercial shipping.