Iranian state TV reports the SKYLIGHT tanker was targeted in the Strait of Hormuz after ignoring transit warnings, resulting in a fire.
Iranian state television reported that an oil tanker attempting to transit the Strait of Hormuz, despite warnings, was targeted, causing the ship to catch fire and be on the verge of sinking. It had previously been announced that the strait was closed to transit.
The vessel is reported to be the SKYLIGHT tanker, registered under the flag of Palau.
Following Iran's announcement of the closure of transit routes in the Strait of Hormuz after US-Israeli attacks, it has been reported that an oil tanker attempting to transit despite warnings was targeted. Iranian state television conveyed that images of the struck tanker ablaze and on the brink of sinking were broadcast.
It was alleged that the tanker transited despite warnings.
According to Iranian state television, an oil tanker that attempted to transit 'illegally' through the Strait of Hormuz despite warnings was struck.
Images showing the tanker on fire and nearing sinking were shared with the public.
The Strait of Hormuz had been closed to transits.
The Iranian navy had previously announced that transits through the Strait of Hormuz were closed due to US-Israeli attacks.
Source: SeaNews Türkiye
