Saudi Arabia says Iran attacked SIDR tanker in Strait of Hormuz, killing 2 crew
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Saudi Arabia's Foreign Ministry said Iran attacked the SIDR tanker in the Strait of Hormuz on August 31, killing two crew members. The kingdom condemned the attack and expressed full solidarity with neighboring countries targeted by Iran. The statement called for de-escalation to protect international shipping and global energy security.
Key Facts
- Saudi Arabia's Foreign Ministry said Iran attacked the SIDR tanker in the Strait of Hormuz on August 31, killing two crew members.
- Saudi national shipping company Bahri said the SIDR was hit by a "security incident" while transiting the Strait of Hormuz on August 31.
- Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz on August 12 after the US resumed strikes, and said it would target ships passing without permission.
The Attack
Saudi Arabia's Foreign Ministry said Iran attacked the SIDR tanker in the Strait of Hormuz on August 31, killing two crew members. The ministry condemned Iran's attacks on neighboring countries and expressed full solidarity with them. Saudi national shipping company Bahri said the SIDR was hit by a "security incident" while transiting the Strait of Hormuz on August 31.
Regional Escalation
Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz on August 12 after the US resumed strikes, and said it would target ships passing without permission. Saudi Arabia called on all parties to de-escalate, comply with international law, and return to negotiations for peaceful solutions.
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