Oil Tanker Embroiled in US-Iran Tensions Is Boarded Off Oman
11th January 2024
An oil tanker previously seized by the US for carrying illicit Iranian oil, was boarded by people in military-style uniforms off the coast of Oman.
Four to five people wearing black masks went aboard the ship, the UK Maritime Trade Operations said. The tanker — identified as St Nikolas by the Associated Press — was heading toward Iran after it was boarded, maritime risk-management company Ambrey Analytics said. It didn’t name the vessel.
UPDATE: Iran Hijacks Oil Tanker In Gulf Of Oman