Iran attacks tanker and threatens wider maritime strikes

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 9 Oct, 17:14 · Archive

Iran's Revolutionary Guard attacked an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz and threatened to pursue vessels it deems in violation across the wider region.

Iran's Revolutionary Guard claimed responsibility on Friday for setting the oil tanker MV Sun Shine ablaze in the Strait of Hormuz. The IRGC said it targeted the tanker's engine room and propulsion system after the vessel attempted to use what it described as an unauthorised route through the strait's southern section.

The Guard warned that action against 'violating' vessels would no longer be confined to the Strait of Hormuz. It stated that any ship using unauthorised routes would be pursued and 'punished' anywhere in the region. Companies it accused of cooperating with the US would be sanctioned and all their vessels targeted, the IRGC added.

Martime security agencies reported two further strikes on commercial ships in the Persian Gulf. The IRGC blamed the United States for the incidents, accusing Washington of interfering in shipping and insurance company decisions and paying 'large bribes' to induce compliance. Tehran's Friday prayer leader said Iran had set out 'seven conditions' for the strait and would decide its next steps once they were met.

How it is being reported

• Iran attacks tankers beyond Strait of HormuzEscalation comes as Tehran tries to maintain leverage over strait crucial for global energy suppliesFinancial Times · 9 Oct, 16:10
• Iran's IRGC strikes tanker and threatens to target vessels beyond HormuzIran's Revolutionary Guard warned that vessels “violating” its designated routes would be pursued and "punished" anywhere in the region, as maritime agencies reported two further strikes on commercial ships in the Persian Gulf.Euronews · 9 Oct, 16:04

In this story: Iran · Revolutionary Guard · Strait of Hormuz · United States · MV Sun Shine

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