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Oil Tankers Collide Near U.A.E. Amid Israel-Iran Conflict

Shipping disruptions raise concerns over global energy supply

18 June 2025 · 00:27 UTC

Two oil tankers collided near the United Arab Emirates, leading to the evacuation of 24 crew members by the Emirati coast guard.

The incident occurred east of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments.

The collision comes as the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran heightens tensions in the region, raising fears of further disruptions to international shipping and energy markets.