IRGC: We attacked a tanker that ignored our warnings in the Strait of Hormuz

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said it attacked an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz that, according to them, ignored warnings and followed an unauthorized route. The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) confirmed the attack. No casualties have been reported.

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced that it attacked an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, near Iran's Lavan Island. According to the IRGC, the tanker ignored warnings and was following an unauthorized route. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) confirmed the attack. No casualties have been reported so far. Details about the vessel itself, its owner, or flag have not been disclosed.