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Iran's IRGC Intercepts UAE-Managed Tanker Carrying 1,500 Tons of Marine Gas Oil

Jul 22, 2024, 04:10 PM

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has intercepted a Togo-flagged, UAE-managed products tanker carrying 1,500 tons of marine gas oil, according to British security firm Ambrey. The incident occurred on Sunday, 61 nautical miles southwest of Iran's port of Bushehr. The owner of the vessel reported temporarily losing contact with it as it was arrested by the IRGC. The tanker was reportedly destined for Israel.