A vessel belonging to Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) was targeted by a missile while transiting the Strait of Hormuz early Saturday, the UAE state-owned
energy giant said, as tensions continue to escalate amid the ongoing conflict between Iran and the US-Israel coalition. No injuries were reported in the incident and the situation was brought under control, UAE state news agency WAM reported. While ADNOC did not immediately provide details about the vessel, its cargo or any damage, the UAE government said the tanker had been targeted by Iran. The UAE Foreign Ministry condemned what it described as a “hostile Iranian attack” on an ADNOC tanker, saying the vessel was struck while passing through the strategically vital waterway. The ministry said the attack caused no casualties but described the incident as a serious escalation.
ADNOC Says 15 Vessels Attacked Since Conflict Began
The latest incident comes a day after ADNOC warned that its operations had been significantly affected by what it called unprovoked attacks on its personnel and assets.
The company said it was continuing to meet customer requirements despite operating in an “exceptionally challenging environment”.
According to ADNOC, 15 of its vessels have been targeted by missiles and drones while transiting the Strait of Hormuz since the conflict between Iran and the US-Israel coalition began.
Three of those attacks took place this week alone, the company said.
ADNOC added that the attacks have so far resulted in the death of one crew member and injuries to 20 others.
Hormuz Under Growing Pressure
The Strait of Hormuz is a crucial global energy corridor through which a significant share of the world's oil and gas supplies passes.
The latest attack on an ADNOC vessel adds to growing security concerns in the waterway, with repeated strikes on commercial and energy-linked vessels raising fears of further disruption to global energy supplies.
The UAE's condemnation of Iran comes as tensions remain high across the region, with the Strait of Hormuz increasingly emerging as a major flashpoint in the wider conflict.
