UAE says two tankers hit by Iranian cruise missiles in Strait of Hormuz; one crew member killed
- The ministry said fires broke out on both tankers but had been brought under control
Two UAE tankers were targeted by Iranian cruise missiles in the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in one death and eight injuries, with the UAE condemning the attack.
- Iranian missile attack on two UAE tankers
- Casualties and fires in the Strait of Hormuz
- UAE's condemnation and right to retaliate
The UAE Ministry of Defence said on Monday that two national tankers were targeted by two Iranian cruise missiles in the southern lane of the Strait of Hormuz in Omani territorial waters, killing one Indian crew member and wounding eight others, including four seriously.
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The ministry said fires broke out on both tankers but had been brought under control. It condemned the attack as a serious breach of international law and said the UAE retained its full right to respond and take all necessary measures to protect its sovereignty and security.
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