Two Filipino sailors were killed in an attack on a Saudi oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, according to Saudi Arabia's national shipping company. The incident occurred on Monday, with the vessel Sidr being hit by projectiles while transiting the strategic waterway. The Saudi company Bahri confirmed the security incident, which resulted in the deaths of two Filipino crew members.
The Department of Migrant Workers in the Philippines reported that over 400 Filipino seafarers have been affected by ongoing vessel attacks in the region. This latest incident adds to growing concerns about maritime security in the area, where attacks on commercial vessels have increased in recent months.
Saudi Arabia condemned the attack, with officials stating that the targeting of the tanker was unacceptable. The exact origin of the projectiles remains unclear, though the incident is being investigated. The Philippines has expressed its condolences to the families of the victims and is working with Saudi authorities to address the issue.
The attack highlights the escalating tensions in the region and the risks faced by international crews operating in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping route.
