IRGC claims to have attacked two Emirati oil tankers that killed an Indian citizen, says they were involved in ‘illegal activities’ | Today’s news
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced on Tuesday (local time) that its forces had attacked two oil tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz, adding that the ships had engaged in “illegal activities”.
The IRGC claimed to have immobilized the tankers, saying the vessels were engaged in “illegal activities”, turned off their tracking systems and ignored repeated warnings from Iranian forces. She informed ANI about it. The announcement came shortly after the United Arab Emirates (UAE) accused Tehran of attacking two of its tankers, Mombasa and Al Bahiyah, killing one Indian national and injuring eight others.
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The IRGC claimed the tankers engaged in illegal activities, including turning off their tracking systems and ignoring warnings from Iranian forces while sailing through minefields.
The UAE Ministry of Defense condemned the attack as a serious violation of international law that threatens regional security and stability, and said it had the right to respond to such escalations.
After the attack, tensions escalated as the US military launched strikes against Iranian targets and renewed a naval blockade, raising fears of further conflict in the region.
The United Arab Emirates has announced that it is on high alert and ready to take the necessary measures to protect its territory and citizens, signaling readiness for possible retaliation.
Yes, the IRGC warned that cooperation with US military forces could lead to risks, including attacks, and advised against sailing through the minefields in the Strait of Hormuz.
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IRGC Notes on UAE Tanker Targeting
In a statement, the IRGC said: “A few hours ago, the child-killing US military, which has not learned from its repeated failures, tried to guide several vessels through an illegal route. Two oil tankers involved in illegal activities, which were deceived by the United States, turned off their navigation systems, ignored repeated warnings from the Strait of Hormuz Security Control Center and endangered navigation by passing through a minefield.”
The IRGC also issued a stern warning to commercial vessels cooperating with the US, saying: “The IRGC Navy informs everyone that cooperation with an enemy-aggressor who has come from thousands of kilometers away to violate the rights of people in the region will only lead to regrets, damages and delays in the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, as well as creating an energy crisis through minefields in the world has no benefit.”
Khatam al-Anbiya, a spokesman for Tehran’s Central Command, had earlier warned that the Islamic Republic would block any US attempts to monitor the artery. The spokesman added: “United States interference in the administration of the Strait of Hormuz has seriously threatened regional security and international trade. The United States will never be allowed to interfere in the administration of the Strait of Hormuz. Leaders of regional nations are warned that any cooperation with the United States constitutes an act of war against Iran.”
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The United Arab Emirates condemns the attack on Emirati tankers and promises retaliation
The development came hours after the UAE Ministry of Defense condemned the attack on two of its vessels. The country’s Ministry of Defense wrote in a post on X: “The Ministry of Defense condemned this blatant attack, which is considered a serious violation and a clear violation of international law that threatens the security and stability of the region. The UAE reserves the full right to respond to this escalation and take all necessary measures to protect its territory, its citizens and residents in a manner that protects its national security, stability, stability and security.”
The missile attack caused extensive damage to both vessels and sparked fires that were later brought under control by emergency response teams. Emirati authorities also confirmed that one Indian sailor aboard the Mombasa was killed in the attack, while eight others were injured, including four who remain in a critical condition.
Tensions between the US and Iran are escalating
The attacks on UAE vessels come as tensions between the United States and Iran escalate again, with both sides launching trade strikes citing violations of an interim ceasefire agreement signed last month. Last week, US President Donald Trump announced that the ceasefire was “terminated” after Tehran attacked commercial vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, followed by Iran attacking several other vessels over the next few days. On Monday (local time), Washington’s military launched strikes again. The US president told reporters in the Oval Office: “We’re attacking them very hard. And it’s going to continue and we’ll see what happens,” adding: “We’re knocking out all their offensive capabilities and controlling the straits. We’re rolling back the blockade.”
In addition to the UAE, Bahrain and other US allies in the region are also facing the brunt of Washington’s renewed attacks in Tehran.
