The Globe and Mail reports in its Wednesday edition that the U.S. military destroyed five Iranian oil tankers on Tuesday following attacks on its warships, while Iran targeted American sites in Jordan. An Associated Press dispatch to The Globe reports that following American strikes, Iran launched missiles at U.S. targets in Jordan. Jordan's military intercepted 18 missiles, with two falling in uninhabited areas. As a key U.S. ally housing American forces, Jordan is frequently targeted by Iranian strikes. The recent strikes represent a key element of President Donald Trump's strategy to address the conflict. Additionally, the administration imposed sanctions on Iran's aviation industry, affecting numerous airlines and cargo service providers. This new push aims to further isolate Tehran from its remaining trading partners. Rising energy prices are posing political problems for Mr. Trump and his Republican Party ahead of the November midterm elections. A barrel of Brent crude briefly climbed as high as $99.46 (U.S.) on Tuesday. The U.S. forces also destroyed three Iranian oil tankers on Saturday after Iran's Revolutionary Guards tried to attack a U.S. aircraft carrier and destroyer with ballistic missiles.