Iran starts ‘indiscriminate’ strikes across Gulf of Oman, hits shadow tanker tied to regime

Fox News - WorldEN 2 min read 100% complete by Emma BusseyMarch 3, 2026 at 12:54 AM

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Following U.S.-Israeli strikes, Iran has initiated retaliatory attacks across the Gulf of Oman and Persian Gulf, disrupting maritime traffic. Maritime intelligence firm Windward AI reports these strikes appear "indiscriminate," aimed at disrupting the Strait of Hormuz and deterring shipping. Among the vessels hit was the sanctioned Palau-flagged tanker Skylight, which has ties to the Iranian regime and carried Iranian nationals as crew members. The UKMTO Operation Centre confirmed attacks on Skylight, MKD Vyom and Hercules Star, warning of increased military activity in the region. Skylight was previously sanctioned for transporting Iranian petroleum and is linked to companies connected to Iran's Ministry of Defense. The attacks have raised concerns about the safety of maritime traffic in this critical energy chokepoint.

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Key Player Opposition Context

Ministry of Defense (Iran) 30% Oman ×240% Red Sea Ship Management LLC 40% Operation Epic Fury 50% United Arab Emirates ×250% Strait of Hormuz ×260% Windward AI ×460% Skylight ×870% United States ×270% Persian Gulf ×370% Gulf of Oman ×480% Iran ×790%

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