Iranian strikes hit tankers in the Strait of Hormuz

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Where: Strait of Hormuz
When: Occurrence date not stated by reportingFirst reported 2026-10-13
Sourcing: 1 reports1 outlet carrying it · independence not established
How far this got: reportednamed locality unresolvedRadar coverage

Summary

Between October 12 and 13, 2026, the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps attacked 6 tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, causing explosions and fires. The United Arab Emirates oil tanker Petro Dolphin, sailing under a Nicaraguan flag, was targeted by 4 drones. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia and its allies are preparing for a large-scale operation against the Houthis in Yemen.

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- Red Sea and Gulf crisis deepens as Iranian strikes hit tankers and Houthis prepare for 100,000-strong assault2026-10-13

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