U.S. Central Command disables oil tanker in Gulf of Oman for breaching Iran sanctions

U.S. Central Command announced it disabled an oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman after the vessel allegedly violated the naval blockade on Iran and attempted to sail to an Iranian port. The tanker was struck in a precision attack after failing to comply with U.S. forces' instructions.

2 developments

1. 20:33 · 8 JunLatest

   US Navy disables oil tanker heading for Iran in Gulf of Oman

2. 19:42 · 8 Jun

   US forces disable tanker for alleged Iran blockade breach

• Strong14:44 · 11 JunUS military disables tanker attempting to breach blockade on Iran
• Strong03:53 · 17 JulUS military reportedly stopped oil tankers breaching blockade in Gulf of Oman
• Strong19:55 · 8 JunU.S. Navy disables Iran-affiliated vessel in Sea of Oman
• Strong20:12 · 10 JunUS CENTCOM disables oil tanker for second consecutive day in Gulf of Oman

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