Iran has developed a unique maritime strategy by utilizing small, fast boats known as 'mosquito boats' to threaten global oil supplies, especially in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. Operated by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), these boats are inexpensive and hard to detect, allowing them to swarm and intimidate larger vessels like oil tankers. Despite significant damage to its traditional navy from U.S. strikes, Iran's smaller fleet remains operational and capable of causing disruption. Former Pentagon official Alex Plitsas noted that these boats can effectively choke off oil transport routes without permanently closing them, which can lead to increased global oil prices. The strategy reflects a shift from traditional naval warfare to asymmetric tactics, where the IRGC can leverage its fast boats and drones to exert influence in tight maritime spaces. This approach underscores the ongoing tensions in the region and highlights the vulnerabilities in global oil supply chains.