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Iranian Navy Strikes Togo Tanker in Strait of Hormuz

By Drooid · Sep 18, 2026, 3:21 PM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy said it struck the Togo-flagged tanker Trend in Hormuz on September 18, 2026.
UK Maritime Trade Operations reported an unknown projectile hit a tanker in the strait, igniting a fire.
Iran called the passage illegal and blamed U.S. incitement for the tanker’s attempt.
South Korean President Lee Jae-Myung said Seoul may expand its anti-piracy unit and will not send troops to U.S.–Iran war.

History

Historical Context

After the United States left the JCPOA on 8 May 2018 and Iran threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz—through which about 17.2 million barrels of oil (?20 % of world supply) pass—2019 Gulf of Oman attacks prompted Washington to deploy carrier groups and troops. On 18 Sept 2026 the IRGC claimed a strike on the Togo-flagged tanker Trend, sparking renewed multinational patrols.

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Story summary

Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy said it struck the Togo-flagged tanker Trend in Hormuz on September 18, 2026.
UK Maritime Trade Operations reported an unknown projectile hit a tanker in the strait, igniting a fire.
Iran called the passage illegal and blamed U.S. incitement for the tanker’s attempt.
South Korean President Lee Jae-Myung said Seoul may expand its anti-piracy unit and will not send troops to U.S.–Iran war.

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