UAE accuses Iran of targeting tanker in Strait of Hormuz amid talks
The UAE says Iran targeted one of its state-owned oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz as negotiations over the vital waterway continue.
The United Arab Emirates has accused Iran of targeting a tanker belonging to its state-owned oil company in the Strait of Hormuz. The incident occurs as both Iran and Oman indicate that talks on administering the waterway are progressing. Iran has made new demands linked to reopening the strait, with negotiations involving US concessions becoming increasingly contentious.
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Iran accused of targeting UAE tanker in Strait of Hormuz
The UAE has accused Iran of targeting a tanker belonging to its state-owned oil company in the Strait of Hormuz, even as both Iran and Oman suggested talks on administering the vital waterway were progressing.
Stuff
Iran makes dramatic new demands around Strait of Hormuz
It comes as the United Arab Emirates claims one of its ships was targeted by an Iranian missile.
Otago Daily Times