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Iran Claims Attack on Togo-Flagged Tanker in Strait of Hormuz

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards reported striking a Togo-flagged oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz after it allegedly attempted an illegal passage, resulting in a fire on board.

19 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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On Friday, Iran's Revolutionary Guards announced that they attacked an oil tanker sailing under the Togolese flag in the Strait of Hormuz. The state news agency IRNA reported that the vessel, identified as the Trend, was targeted after it was accused of making an illegal passage through the critical waterway.

According to various reports, the incident involved a fire that broke out on the tanker, which was subsequently detained. The Revolutionary Guards claimed that their action was justified as part of their effort to enforce control over maritime activities in the region.

A British maritime agency confirmed that an unknown projectile struck a vessel in the area, igniting a fire that has since been extinguished, with no crew injuries reported. However, details regarding the specific nature of the attack are still emerging, and the environmental impacts of the incident are yet to be formally assessed.

Simultaneously, a US-contracted vessel was reported to have been attacked near the Strait of Hormuz, suffering injuries among its crew from the assault, which allegedly involved multiple Iranian drones and missiles. This event has raised concerns about the safety of commercial shipping routes in the region.

The ongoing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have led to a significant drop in maritime traffic, exacerbating fears of further escalations. The US military has reported extensively escorting vessels in the area, emphasizing the importance of securing these vital shipping lanes, particularly in light of Iran's recent actions.

On the geopolitical front, former US President Donald Trump stated that Iran is seeking negotiations as the US assesses its response to the current situation, which remains dynamic and continues to evolve as new reports surface.

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