UAE says Iran targeted ADNOC tanker in Strait of Hormuz, no casualties
Summary
The United Arab Emirates said that Iran fired a missile at an ADNOC tanker while it was passing through the Strait of Hormuz, an important route for oil shipments. Several Gulf countries condemned the attack and called for the waterway to remain open and safe for all ships.Key Facts
- The UAE said Iran’s missile struck a tanker owned by the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) in the early morning.
- ADNOC confirmed the missile attack but did not give details about damage or location.
- The UAE called the strike an act of piracy by Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
- The Strait of Hormuz is a key passage where much of the world’s oil is shipped by sea.
- ADNOC reported that 15 of its ships have been attacked by missiles or drones in the strait since the conflict began.
- Gulf Cooperation Council and countries like Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Jordan condemned the attack and urged for peace and safe navigation.
- The attacks threaten regional stability and world energy supplies.
- Iran’s IRGC has warned it will act against ships linked to countries opposed to Iran or disobeying Iranian orders.
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