Key Points
- UAE-owned Mombasa and Al Bahiya tankers were hit by Iranian missiles in Omani territorial waters.
- One Indian crew member was killed, and a total of 8 people were injured, 4 of them seriously.
- The UAE declared it is on high alert, reserving its right to respond to the attack that violates international law.
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The Ministry of Defense of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced that two oil tankers flying the national flag, named "Mombasa" and "Al Bahiya", were targeted by Iranian cruise missiles in the southern corridor of the Strait of Hormuz. The attack was reported to have taken place in the territorial waters of Oman.
In the attack, an Indian crew member of the tanker named Mombasa lost his life. In addition, a total of 8 people, including 6 Indians and 2 Ukrainians on board the ship, were injured; it was stated that 4 of the injured are in serious condition. It was announced that the fires that broke out on both ships were brought under control and material damage occurred.
The UAE Ministry of Defense strongly condemned this provocative attack, which clearly violates international law. While it was emphasized that the UAE has the full right to retaliate against this aggression and take all necessary measures, the public was warned to obtain information only from official sources.
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- Where was the attack carried out and which ships were targeted?
- The attack was carried out on two UAE-owned tankers named "Mombasa" and "Al Bahiya" in the southern corridor of the Strait of Hormuz, within the territorial waters of Oman.
- Were there any casualties or injuries in the incident?
- Yes, one Indian national lost their life in the attack, while a total of 8 people (6 Indians, 2 Ukrainians) were injured, 4 of them seriously.
- What did UAE authorities announce regarding the attack?
- The UAE Ministry of Defense condemned the attack, stating that the state reserves its right to self-defense and retaliation, and that they are on full high alert.
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