Oil tanker reportedly attacked in Strait of Hormuz region

Author: aljazeera.comPublished on: October 12, 2026Country: Oman

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Oil tanker reportedly attacked in Strait of Hormuz region

A Petro Dolphin oil tanker was attacked by a drone off the coast of Oman, causing black smoke to rise. Two Indian sailors are missing following the incident. The attack occurred in the Strait of Hormuz region, a key area for global oil transit.

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