Iran has claimed that its forces struck two oil tankers crossing the Strait of Hormuz while accompanied by a US naval escort, according to a report by Amichai Stein (i24NEWS). No independent confirmation of the attack or details on damage or casualties have been reported.
Iran claimed on Friday that its forces struck two oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, asserting that the vessels were passing through the strategic waterway under an American escort. The claim was reported by Amichai Stein (i24NEWS). No independent verification has been available, and the extent of any damage or casualties remains unclear.
The IRGC has made a series of similar claims in recent weeks, asserting attacks on commercial shipping and US military assets in the Gulf region. These have included claimed strikes on oil tankers, a US Patriot system, and military targets in Bahrain and Kuwait. Most claims have not been independently corroborated.
The Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil transit, has been a focal point of US-Iran tensions. The Zioneer has previously reported on multiple IRGC assertions regarding the waterway.
5 developments
- DevelopingIRGC diverts six ships from Omani route in Strait of Hormuz, Pars agency reports
- DevelopingIRGC turns ships back in Strait of Hormuz, analyst suggests mine avoidance
- StrongIRGC Confirms Two Commercial Vessels Disabled in Strait of Hormuz, Warns of Further Action
- StrongIran's IRGC asserts full control of Strait of Hormuz, threatens force on unauthorized vessels
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