Two Iranian oil tankers attacked near the Strait of Hormuz
2026-05-08 09:32
According to two radio recordings provided on the 8th by crew members of ships stranded near the Strait of Hormuz, two oil tankers were attacked and requested assistance that day. Based on the ship names "SEASTARIII" and "SEVDA" reported in the recordings, both vessels are Iranian oil tankers. Analysts have noted that the recordings may involve Iranian personnel briefing each other on the attack situation and calling for nearby Iranian forces to assist. (Xinhua News Agency)
