strikeJun 17, 2026

Apache helicopter gunships showed off their power cleaning up the Strait of Hormuz

Summary

Despite the combat loss of an Apache helicopter on June 8, these formidable helicopter gunships are playing a major role in reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Oil tankers, container ships and bulkers are eager to get underway. President Donald Trump said on Monday, June 15, that "a lot of lanes" are open.

Source: Rebecca Grant — Read the full report

Actors involved

USIranChina

Sources

Rebecca GrantBy Rebecca Grant
Despite the combat loss of an Apache helicopter on June 8, these formidable helicopter gunships are playing a major role in reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Oil tankers, container ships and bulkers are eager to get underway. President Donald Trump said on Monday, June 15, that "a …

See this event through different lenses

Compare how different perspectives frame this event.

Compare Perspectives