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Iran's IRGC Fires on Oil Tanker Near Strait of Hormuz
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Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) reportedly fired upon an oil tanker off the coast of Oman. The incident occurred without warning, raising concerns over maritime security in a vital global energy transit route.
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IRGC forces fired on an oil tanker off the coast of Oman.
The tanker's captain reported being fired upon by two IRGC vessels without warning.
Two other cargo ships were fired upon while attempting to transit the Strait of Hormuz.
A large convoy of LNG carriers and oil/chemical tankers navigated near Iran's southern waters.
The IRGC announced a definitive closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Who & What's Involved
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC)United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations
Topics
Maritime SecurityStrait of HormuzOil Tanker AttackIranNaval Incident
Locations
OmanStrait of Hormuz