One mariner was killed and at least eight others wounded after Iran attacked two tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, according to reports from the United Arab Emirates’ Defense Ministry. The UAE stated that Iran carried out the attack in retaliation for recent U.S. strikes within its borders.
The attacks targeted two vessels in the critical shipping lane, resulting in one fatality and injuries to at least eight crew members. The UAE Defense Ministry released this information without specifying the nationalities of those affected or further details about the tankers involved.
Middle East Eye reported that Iranian missiles struck the two tankers. No group has claimed responsibility other than the UAE’s assessment attributing the attacks to Iran. This incident occurs against a backdrop of heightened tensions in the region, following recent military actions involving the U.S. and Iran.
The stated reason for the attack, as relayed by the UAE Defense Ministry, is retaliation for U.S. strikes on Iranian territory. No further details regarding those prior strikes were provided in either source. The incident raises concerns about maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway for global oil shipments.
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