Israel Points Finger At Iran For Last Week’s Attack On Tankers In The Arabian Sea
On Sunday, February 19, the Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu, blamed Iran for attacking an oil tanker. The incident happened last week when the Liberian tanker Campo Square came under fire from an airborne object on February 10.
The tanker belongs to the Israeli shipping magnate Eyal Ofer’s company Zodiac Maritime.
Speaking at the cabinet meeting, the Israeli PM said Iran harmed the freedom of navigation on International waters again last week by attacking an oil tanker in the Persian Gulf.
The defence and security forces of the region also speculated the same but refused to comment on it officially.
On February 18, the captain of Campo Square confirmed that their ship was hit while on the Arabian Sea. The ship’s captain confirmed that an airborned object lightly damaged their ship travelling in the Arabian Sea on February 10.
Over the years, Iran has categorically denied such charges against it. Meanwhile, Ambrey Intelligence, a British maritime security company, revealed that remotely controlled aerial systems attacked a bulk carrier and two tankers in the Arabian Sea, and Iran was behind the mounting of those.
The tankers were owned by Israeli merchants, while the bulk carrier was by Emirati.
References: Times Of Israel, Reuters, Voa News
Shipping News You Would Like:
Disclaimer :
The information contained in this website is for general information purposes only. While we endeavour to keep the information up to date and correct, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability or availability with respect to the website or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained on the website for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk.
In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage including without limitation, indirect or consequential loss or damage, or any loss or damage whatsoever arising from loss of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this website.
Do you have info to share with us ? Suggest a correction
Latest Shipping News You Would Like:
Indian & U.S Navies Discuss Ways to Expand Maritime Security Cooperation
Philippines Accuses China Of Installing A Floating Barrier In The Disputed South China Sea
Insurers Of Burnt Ship X-Press Pearl Make Interim Payment To Sri Lanka For Cleanup
Firefighters Save Burning Container Ship Off The Cape Coast
Teenage Girl Found Hiding On Ship Sailing To Africa 12 Days After Disappearance
Get the Latest Maritime News Delivered to Your Inbox!
Our free, fast, and fun newsletter on the global maritime industry, delivered everyday.