Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:46pm on 14 Aug 2026,Friday International
Two oil tankers operated by Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) were attacked by drones while transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday evening, escalating concerns over commercial shipping through the crucial energy route. The UK Maritime Trade Operations centre said two vessels suffered minor damage, while ADNOC confirmed no injuries and said the situation was under control. The United Arab Emirates blamed Iran for the attacks, although Tehran did not immediately respond. Separately, the United States said it could maintain its naval blockade of Iran indefinitely and announced plans to intensify economic pressure on Tehran. The incidents have heightened concerns over shipping safety and regional tensions surrounding the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. (PC: Reuters)
