Trump's statement of "warships escorting oil tankers" raises suspicions.

On the 3rd, US President Trump said that if necessary, the US Navy will begin escorting oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz. However, this statement has raised doubts among industry insiders, who believe that the US military currently does not have the capability to undertake this task. Trump also stated that he has instructed the US International Development Finance Corporation to provide political risk insurance and guarantees for maritime trade in the Gulf region, especially energy trade, at "very reasonable prices." Against the backdrop of the US and Israel's joint strikes against Iran leading to the escalation of conflicts in the Middle East and increased risks in key waterway navigation, many industry insiders question the effectiveness of the above measures. A shipping industry insider who did not want to be named told Reuters that the number of US warships available for escorting is limited. According to reports, as of the 2nd, the US Navy can mobilize up to 12 ships deployed in the Middle East for escorting, but some of them are currently involved in military operations against Iran. In addition, the escort mission itself also carries risks, as warships may need to respond to military actions from the Iranian side.