Saudi Arabia says an Iranian attack on the tanker Sidr in the Strait of Hormuz killed two Filipino crew members, drawing condemnation from the kingdom and regional neighbours.
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Key facts
- Saudi Arabia says the tanker Sidr was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday.
- Two crew members from the Philippines were killed.
- The vessel was reportedly hit by unknown projectiles, according to the BBC.
- Saudi Arabia and regional neighbours have condemned the attack.
Saudi Arabia has condemned an attack on the tanker Sidr in the Strait of Hormuz that it says killed two Filipino sailors, blaming Iran for the incident.
According to the BBC, the kingdom condemned the targeting of the Sidr, which was reportedly hit by unknown projectiles in the strait on Monday.
Al Jazeera reported that regional neighbours joined in condemning the deadly attack, which killed two crew members from the Philippines.
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most important shipping routes, and incidents involving vessels there draw close international attention. The available details on the exact circumstances of the attack remain limited.
Saudi Arabia’s condemnation and its attribution of the attack to Iran mark a serious accusation between the two regional powers, though the sources provided do not include a response from Iran.
The identities of the two Filipino sailors killed have not been disclosed in the available reporting.
Why it matters
The Strait of Hormuz is a critical passage for global oil shipping, and attacks on vessels there can heighten regional tensions and threaten maritime security. An accusation by Saudi Arabia against Iran over the deaths of civilian crew members risks further straining relations between the two powers.
Frequently asked questions
What happened to the tanker Sidr?
According to the BBC, the Sidr was reportedly hit by unknown projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, in an attack Saudi Arabia has condemned.
How many people were killed?
Two crew members from the Philippines were killed, according to Saudi Arabia and reporting from Al Jazeera.
Who has Saudi Arabia blamed for the attack?
Saudi Arabia has attributed the attack to Iran and condemned the targeting of the vessel, with regional neighbours also condemning it.
Timeline
- Saudi Arabia condemns deadly Iranian attack on tanker in Strait of Hormuz
Al Jazeera: Regional neighbours condemn attack this week that killed two crew members from the Philippines.
- Iranian attack on Saudi tanker killed two Filipino sailors, Saudi Arabia says
BBC World: The kingdom condemns the targeting of Sidr, which was reportedly hit by unknown projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday.