You might be hearing about the U.S. Navy considering sending Marine Expeditionary Units to protect oil tankers. This move highlights how crucial these specialized military groups are, and why a narrow waterway you've probably never thought about is so vital to your daily life.
The U.S. Navy is considering deploying Marine Expeditionary Units (MEUs) to escort commercial ships, especially oil tankers, through the Strait of Hormuz.
This consideration comes amid escalating tensions and recent seizures of commercial vessels by Iran in the Persian Gulf.