UAE says Iran attacked ADNOC vessel with missile in Strait of Hormuz
Summary
The United Arab Emirates has accused Iran of attacking an ADNOC vessel with a missile in the Strait of Hormuz, calling it an act of piracy. ADNOC said several of its ships have been hit by missiles and drones since the conflict began, leaving one crew member dead and 20 injured.
Key Points
- The UAE condemned what it called an Iranian missile attack on an ADNOC vessel in the Strait of Hormuz.
- The Foreign Ministry accused Iran’s Revolutionary Guards of acts of piracy and urged Tehran to stop the attacks and reopen the strait.
- ADNOC said 15 of its vessels have been attacked since the conflict began, including three this week, with one crew member killed and 20 injured.
- The attacks have heightened concerns over shipping security in a vital oil and gas transit route.
