UAE Says Navigation Mistake Likely Caused Tanker and Cargo Ship Crash in Sea of Oman
The UAE’s Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI) said that early investigations show the crash between two ships in the Sea of Oman, about 24 nautical miles from the UAE coast, was probably caused by a navigation mistake made by one of the ships.
UAE Looks Into Ship Collision
The UAE is investigating a recent ship collision that caused some minor damage. Both ships had slight damage to their outer shells. One ship had a small oil spill and a fire in its fuel tank, but the fire was quickly put out. No one was hurt, according to the UAE’s Emirates News Agency.
The crash involved two ships: an oil tanker called Adalynn, sailing under the flag of Antigua and Barbuda, and a cargo ship called Front Eagle, flying the flag of Liberia.
All 24 crew members from the Adalynn were safely rescued and taken to the port of Khor Fakkan. The crew of the Front Eagle was also confirmed safe. The Front Eagle was carrying two million barrels of oil from Iraq to China. The Adalynn was not carrying any cargo and was heading to Egypt’s Suez Canal.
The UAE said it is still keeping an eye on the area to make sure it stays safe for other ships. Experts are also doing a technical investigation with help from international groups.
The crash happened near the Strait of Hormuz, a very important waterway between Oman and Iran. This route connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea.
Iran Tightens Control Over Hormuz
Iran’s former economy minister, Ehsan Khandouzi, said on X (formerly Twitter) that tankers and gas carriers will now need Iran’s permission to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. This rule will be in place for the next 100 days starting Wednesday.
Iran often uses this kind of warning to push back against Western pressure. However, it usually doesn’t follow through. Tensions have risen since Israel bombed Iran last week, claiming Iran is close to making nuclear weapons. Iran denies this and says its nuclear work is only for peaceful purposes.
Why It Matters
The Strait of Hormuz is the world’s most important oil shipping route. About 30% of the world’s oil – around 20 million barrels every day – goes through it. Most of this oil, around 70%, is sent to East Asia, especially China.
Published: 19th June 2025
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