Tanker Attacks Fuel Middle East Tensions

Category: Featured, Middle East, Videos, World Affairs Topics: Iran, Japan, Persian Gulf Views: 710
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Apparent attacks on two oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman could lead to another escalation of tension in the Middle East. Two oil tankers have reportedly been attacked, but the crews of both vessels have been evacuated. There are reports that one of the tankers has sunk, but its owner says it hasn't. The alleged attacks come at a time where tensions between the US and Iran are running high.


  Category: Featured, Middle East, Videos, World Affairs
  Topics: Iran, Japan, Persian Gulf
Views: 710

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