Limpet Mines Return to the Gulf as Iran Strikes Four Tankers Near the Strait of Hormuz

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At least four tankers were attacked by Iran on October 29–30 in and around the Strait of Hormuz, with reported methods including projectiles and hull-mounted explosives. The vessels included Qatari- and UAE-owned tankers, raising risks to commercial shipping and regional energy flows.

Between October 29 and 30, Iran attacked at least four tankers across the Strait of Hormuz and the waters around it. The attacks ranged from projectiles to hull-mounted explosives, and they struck laden and empty vessels, Qatari- and UAE-owned tonnage, and tankers that had spent weeks operating dark. Iranian sources separately claimed that four tankers ...