Tanker Ordered to Turn Back After Being Hailed by IRGC in Strait of Hormuz
A tanker transiting the Strait of Hormuz inbound was hailed by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and instructed to turn back or face being targeted, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO).
The incident occurred at 08:27 UTC on October 5, 2026, approximately 11 nautical miles north of Khasab, Oman, according to UKMTO Advisory 152-26.
The tanker’s master confirmed that the vessel complied with the instruction. Authorities are investigating the incident.
UKMTO advised vessels operating in the area to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity.
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