12/03/2026
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) struck a US-owned oil tanker, Safesea Vishnu, in the northern Persian Gulf on March 11, 2026, after it ignored repeated warnings. The attack killed one Indian crew member and prompted Iraqi authorities to suspend operations at key oil terminals. The IRGC claimed responsibility, stating the tanker was a US asset violating restrictions in the region.
The incident is part of escalating tensions between Iran and the US, with Iran targeting vessels it deems linked to the US or Israel. The Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime oil route, has seen increased attacks and disruptions, raising concerns about global energy sequrity.