08.05.2026 14:21
Iranian forces conducted an operation on a tanker named 'Ocean Koi' in the Persian Gulf. Iranian media claimed the Barbados-flagged tanker was attempting to damage the country's oil exports. Released footage showed Iranian naval commandos boarding the vessel, taking control, and hoisting the Iranian flag on its mast. No official statement was made regarding the location of the operation.
Tensions have risen again in the Persian Gulf. Iranian forces conducted an operation on the oil tanker named “Ocean Koi,” seizing control of the vessel. Footage released by Iran’s Tasnim News Agency showed Iranian naval commandos approaching the tanker on speedboats and boarding the ship.
“IT WAS HARMING IRAN’S INTERESTS”
Iranian media reported that the tanker, said to be flying the Barbados flag, was targeted on the grounds that it “was trying to disrupt Iran’s oil exports and harm the country’s interests.”
IRANIAN FLAG RAISED ON THE SHIP
In the operation footage, Iranian soldiers were seen raising the Iranian flag on the vessel’s mast after boarding the tanker. No official statement has been made regarding the tanker’s crew, its cargo, or the exact location of the operation.
TENSIONS ESCALATING IN THE REGION
Recent increased military activity around the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz has drawn attention. Experts assess that the tanker operation could further escalate tensions between Iran and the Gulf countries.