UAE Oil Tankers Hit by Iranian Cruise Missile Attack Near Strait of Hormuz, One Crew Member Killed
Translated & summarized from Now 14 by baba
The UAE reported that two of its oil tankers were attacked by Iranian cruise missiles near the Strait of Hormuz, killing one crew member and injuring eight. Abu Dhabi condemned the attack and vowed to respond, placing its forces on high alert to protect national security.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Two UAE national oil tankers were hit by Iranian cruise missiles near the southern Strait of Hormuz.
- One Indian crew member was killed and eight others, including Indians and Ukrainians, were injured.
- Fires on both tankers were controlled, preventing loss of vessel control despite damage.
- The UAE Ministry of Defense condemned the attack as a violation of international law and a regional security threat.
- Abu Dhabi warned it reserves the right to respond and has placed all forces on high alert.
- The ministry urged reliance on official information and warned against spreading rumors.
The United Arab Emirates announced that two of its national oil tankers, the Mombasa and Al-Bahiya, were struck by Iranian cruise missiles while sailing through the southern passage of the Strait of Hormuz in Omani territorial waters. The attack resulted in the death of one crew member, an Indian national, and injured eight others, including six Indians and two Ukrainians, with four in serious condition. Fires broke out on both tankers but were quickly contained by emergency teams, preventing loss of control despite material damage.
The UAE Ministry of Defense condemned the attack as a severe violation of international law and a direct threat to regional security and stability. Abu Dhabi warned it reserves the full right to respond to this escalation and will take all necessary measures to protect its sovereignty, security, and national interests. The ministry stated that all forces are on high alert and prepared to counter any threats, actively working to prevent attempts to undermine the country's security.
The ministry also urged the public to rely solely on official statements and avoid spreading unverified information or rumors. The incident highlights ongoing tensions in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments.
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