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Drone Attack Hits Cargo Ship in Gulf Waters
2 Jun
Summary
- Two explosions struck a cargo vessel in the Gulf.
- One blast was confirmed as a drone attack by officials.
- Fire aboard the vessel was brought under control.
Two explosions significantly damaged a cargo vessel navigating the Gulf. The incident occurred approximately 40 nautical miles southeast of Iraq's Umm Qasr port. Iraqi officials have confirmed that one of the explosions was caused by a drone attack.
Maritime authorities reported that the vessel was struck on its starboard side, resulting in a substantial blast. While assessing the initial damage, a second, powerful explosion occurred, triggered by a drone. This subsequent blast ignited a fire aboard the tanker.
Emergency crews successfully brought the fire under control. The identity of the targeted vessel has not been released, and no entity has yet claimed responsibility for the coordinated attack. The precise nature of the cargo and the exact timing of the incident relative to June 2, 2026, are not specified beyond the date of the report.
