Twenty-five ships come under attack in Iran since start of war — UKMTO
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The report from UKMTO details a significant increase in maritime incidents in the Gulf region, including attacks, suspicious activities, and seizures, occurring during the period of the US-Israeli war against Iran. The UN International Maritime Organization also reported incidents resulting in casualties.
LONDON, May 5. /TASS/. Twenty-five ships have been attacked in the Gulf region since the start of the US-Israeli war against Iran, according to a statistical report covering the period from February 28 to May 5, published by the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO).
"UKMTO has received 45 reports of incidents affecting vessels operating in and around the Arabian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz (SOH), and Gulf of Oman," the agency reported. It noted that the figure includes 25 attacks, 18 reports of suspicious activity, and two incidents of vessel seizures.
At the same time, according to information provided to TASS by the United Nations International Maritime Organization, 31 incidents have been recorded since the start of the war, resulting in the deaths of 10 sailors and serious injuries to several others.
Qué observar
Perspectiva de IA — posibilidades, no hechos
Continued or increased maritime incidents in the Gulf region.
Probable · En semanas
Preguntas abiertas
- Who is responsible for the ship attacks?
- What specific actions are being taken to ensure maritime safety?
- What is the direct impact of these incidents on global trade and oil prices?
- What are the specific circumstances of the vessel seizures and sailor deaths?
