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strikeAug 14, 2026

Two UAE oil tankers attacked in Strait of Hormuz as US warns Iran of more pressure

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Two oil tankers operated by Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) were attacked while transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday evening, escalating concerns over the safety of commercial shipping through the key energy route. ADNOC said no one was injured and that the situation had been brought under control.

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  • Express Global DeskBy Express Global Desk

    Two oil tankers operated by Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) were attacked while transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday evening, escalating concerns over the safety of commercial shipping through the key energy route. ADNOC said no one was injured and that the situatio…

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