Reports: Tanker Hit by RPG off Saudi Coast, Supertanker Strikes Mine in Hormuz
Attacks have been reported against two vessels off the Saudi coast, while Iran claims a supertanker struck a naval mine in the Strait of Hormuz.
New reports point to an escalation in maritime incidents in the Persian Gulf, German broadcaster Tagesschau and Kurdish network Rudaw reported. According to a maritime watchdog cited by Rudaw, an oil tanker was struck by an RPG off the coast of Saudi Arabia.
Meanwhile, Tagesschau reported that attacks were recorded against two vessels off the Saudi coast. In addition, according to Iranian statements, a supertanker struck a naval mine in the area of the Strait of Hormuz.
The identities of the additional vessels, the extent of the damage, and the parties responsible for the attacks have not yet been released.
Sources: Tagesschau, Rudaw
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