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Tell us: do you live near the Strait of Hormuz? How is the US-Iran conflict affecting your life?

Theguardian • October 22, 2026

We’d like to hear from people living close to the Strait of Hormuz how everyday life and the local environment have been affected by the conflict

Iranian attacks on container ships in the Strait of Hormuz have increased in recent weeks. Iran reported that seven tankers were struck on Wednesday night and over the last fortnight at least 15 container ships , passing through the waterway, were hit.

Most of the recent attacks have occurred close to the coast with Oman , a route that Iran sees as unauthorised. In the seven days to Friday 16 October, 12 vessels were attacked, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations Centre (UKMTO). There are concerns that spillage from any damaged oil tankers may be affecting the environment.

We’d like to hear from people living close to the Strait of Hormuz how their lives has been affected by the conflict. Has every day life changed? Has there been an impact on your livelihood? Have you witnessed any local environmental damage? Do you have concerns?

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Environmental Crisis from US-Iran Conflict in Persian Gulf The ongoing US-Iran conflict has led to increased attacks on oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, with at least 15 container ships reported hit in recent weeks. This has resulted in significant oil spills, contributing to a sharp rise in surface oil pollution in the Persian Gulf, doubling compared to the previous year. Experts warn of long-term health impacts from toxic pollution affecting millions, as heavy metals and chemicals are released into the atmosphere. Recent satellite imagery shows extensive oil slicks, with Greenpeace tracking over 100 spills since the conflict began. The ecological health of the Persian Gulf, home to unique marine life, is at risk, with reports of oil contamination extending into protected ecosystems. Authorities are working to contain the environmental damage, but the full impact on marine wildlife remains unclear. 2 sources 67

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