The first attack involved the Greek-flagged Epaminodas, 15 nautical miles northeast of Oman. An IRGC “gun boat” opened fire on the ship, causing heavy damage to the vessel’s bridge, the UK UK Maritime Trade Operations Centre (UKMTO) reported.
The second targeted the Panama-flagged Euphoria, which was attacked eight nautical miles west of Iran, the UKMTO said. The crew are safe and accounted for, and no damage has been reported to the ship, which is owned by a UAE-based company.
Finally, the Panama-flagged MSC Francesca was hit roughly six nautical miles off Iran while heading into the Gulf of Oman, Vanguard told the BBC. It sustained “damage to the hull and accommodation”.
