Iranian media claims US military attacked around Abbas Port, no damage reported
Source: Global Times
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Xinhua News Agency, Tehran, May 28 - The Iranian Tasnim News Agency quoted a military source on the 28th as saying that a U.S. oil tanker attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz was forced to turn back. In retaliation, the U.S. military opened fire on scorched earth around Abbas Port, and the explosions were related to this incident. This attack did not result in any casualties or property damage.
Classification
Region
Africa
Analytical Domain
Tactical
Primary Category
Military Operations
Subcategory
Artillery Fire
SALUTE Report
Size
Not specified
Activity
U.S. military fired at scorched earth around Abbas Port in retaliation for an incident involving a U.S. tanker
Location
Abbas Port
Unit
U.S. military
Time
May 28
Equipment
-
Summary
The U.S. military fired artillery at scorched earth around Abbas Port on May 28 in retaliation for a U.S. tanker being forced to turn back while attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz. The attack did not result in any casualties or property damage.
Key Facts
- U.S. military fired at scorched earth around Abbas Port
- The action was in retaliation for a U.S. tanker being forced to turn back
- No casualties or property damage reported