Iranian Forces Strike UAE Oil Tankers in Strait of Hormuz, One Crew Member Dead
The United Arab Emirates reported that Iranian forces struck two of its oil tankers, the Mombasa and Al Bahiyah, in the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in one crew member's death.
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, July 13, 2026 —
Two oil tankers belonging to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) were struck by Iranian forces in the Strait of Hormuz, an incident that resulted in the death of one crew member. The vessels identified are the Mombasa and Al Bahiyah.
The attack occurred in a critical maritime chokepoint, a vital waterway for global oil transportation. The United Arab Emirates confirmed the report of the strikes.
Further details regarding the specific timeline of the attack, the extent of the damage to the tankers, and the nationality of the deceased crew member were not immediately available.
The Strait of Hormuz, located between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, is a strategically important passage through which about one-fifth of the world’s oil supply transits.
No further information regarding responsibility or potential repercussions for the incident was provided in the initial report.
Story summarized from the original created by Max Rego on thehill.com, see more information here.
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