Ships have come under fire in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping lane near Iran that carries about 20% of the world's daily oil supply. Major shipping companies are now avoiding the route. An oil tanker named Skylight, flying the flag of the Republic of Palau, was attacked. The 20 crew members were evacuated. Oman's authorities carried out the rescue. No one claimed responsibility for the attack. No official closure of the passage has been communicated to the maritime industries through recognized channels, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations.