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Iranian attack on Saudi tanker killed two Filipino sailors, Saudi Arabia says

The kingdom condemns the targeting of Sidr, which was reportedly hit by unknown projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday.

Iranian attack on Saudi tanker killed two Filipino sailors, Saudi Arabia says

Saudi Arabia has strongly condemned an alleged Iranian attack on a Saudi-owned tanker, the Sidr, which resulted in the death of two Filipino sailors. The incident occurred while the vessel was transiting the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil shipments, according to Saudi maritime security firms. The Saudi foreign ministry also condemned recent Iranian attacks on Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait, emphasizing the need for restraint and respect for international law. Iran has not yet responded to the Saudi allegations.

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