Iran's maritime campaign is primarily intended to influence US political decisions

Diplomatic, economic, and military relations between the United States and Iran, including negotiations, sanctions, and regional tensions within the wider geopolitics shaping the global order.

Reuters reported an increase in maritime attacks and indications that Iran was extending operations beyond Hormuz. An unnamed US official described the use of small spotter boats, while two Iranian officials said the campaign sought to sustain high oil prices and influence US elections.