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Two Filipino Sailors Killed in Attack on Saudi Oil Tanker in Hormuz

A security incident involving a Saudi oil tanker claimed the lives of two Filipino seafarers while transiting the Strait of Hormuz.

2 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Archive photo: Two Filipino Sailors Killed in Attack on Saudi Oil Tanker in Hormuz — Archive photoPhoto: Petty Officer 3rd Class Melvin Orr · Wikimedia Commons · Public domain

Saudi Arabia's national shipping company, Bahri, confirmed on Wednesday that two Filipino sailors were killed in a security incident involving its tanker, named "SIDR," on August 31. The incident occurred while the vessel was transiting the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil transportation.

The shipping firm reported the attack and expressed condolences for the loss of the crew members. Bahri, the company involved, is the national shipping line of Saudi Arabia and operates a fleet primarily engaged in the transportation of oil and gas.

Regional neighbors have also condemned the attack, which is reported to have involved Iran, although specific details regarding the nature of the incident have not been confirmed by independent sources.

The event has raised security concerns in the region, as the Strait of Hormuz is known for its significance in international shipping and has been the site of previous maritime conflicts.

Saudi Arabia's government has condemned the attack and called for thorough investigations to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the incident and ensure maritime safety in the area.

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