# Hormuz ship attacks surge: Are increased oil exports sustainable?

https://mins.news/en/item/88152

- Al Jazeera, 2026-10-06 14:15 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/6/hormuz-ship-attacks-surge-are-increased-oil-exports-sustainable?traffic_source=rss

> Gulf oil exports have recovered sharply despite a surge in attacks and harassment around the Strait of Hormuz. Data indicates that bypass routes and offshore ship-to-ship transfers are helping sustain flows, but freight, insurance and security costs are rising. Iran disputes claims that oil traffic through the strait has increased.

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