Iran Launches Strikes Against Maritime Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz

Reports have surfaced stating that multiple tankers traveling through the Strait of Hormuz have been struck by Iranian drones or missiles. Initial reports suggest that multiple crew members have been injured and killed.

The Ministry of Defense of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced that the national tankers 'Mombasa' and 'Bahia' were struck by two Iranian cruise missiles while transiting the southern passage of the Strait of Hormuz in Omani territorial waters.

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The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) has issued a new advisory after a tanker reported being struck by an unknown projectile on its starboard side near the engine room while transiting near Qalhat, Oman.

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So far, three incidents have been reported. The most devastating has come from two national tankers from the United Arab Emirates, where three total crew members have been killed across two vessels. Another 14 are reportedly injured, four of which are said to be “serious.” Among the dead are one Indian and two Ukrainian nationals.

A separate attack was reported by United Kingdom authorities, who claim that a tanker was struck by “an unknown projectile” near the ship’s engine room. Despite the damage to the ship, all crew members are reportedly safe.

The new wave of attacks comes on the heels of a renewed air campaign against the Islamic Republic of Iran by the United States. President Donald Trump has stated that a significant undertaking by U.S. forces will be underway tonight through tomorrow in what could be the most significant development in the conflict since the signing of a peace deal nearly one month ago.

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