The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) confirmed that two of its vessels were attacked on the evening of Thursday, August 13, while transiting through the Strait of Hormuz. According to the official news agency WAM, the incident resulted in no injuries, and the situation has since been brought under control.
In response to the assault, ADNOC emphasized its commitment to the safety and well-being of all seafarers, as well as the protection of maritime security and the freedom of navigation. The company urged the public to rely exclusively on official sources for updates and to refrain from spreading unverified information or rumors.
The United Arab Emirates government has issued a strong condemnation of the hostile attack, which it attributed to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) stated that such actions constitute a flagrant violation of UN Security Council Resolution 2817, which mandates the protection of commercial shipping and the integrity of international maritime routes.
MoFA further characterized the targeting of these vessels as an act of piracy, arguing that the use of the Strait of Hormuz for economic coercion or blackmail poses a direct threat to regional stability and global energy security. The Ministry reaffirmed its rejection of any attempts to obstruct commercial traffic in the region.
This latest incident adds to a growing list of maritime security challenges, with ADNOC reporting that a total of 15 vessels have been struck since the onset of the current conflict, resulting in one fatality. Previous reports have documented various threats, including missile attacks on tankers, which have raised concerns about the safety of the critical waterway.
The UAE remains focused on the broader implications of these hostilities, noting that the ongoing risks in the Strait of Hormuz are severe. Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely as they address the impact of these repeated provocations on international commerce and regional peace.
In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) underscored that this attack constitutes a flagrant violation of UN Security Council resolution 2817, which affirmed the importance of freedom of navigation, and rej