Gulf of Oman: (RightNow) The US Central Command announced that an Iranian oil tanker was sunk by US military action in the Gulf of Oman. The oil tanker, named MT Kilo, was targeted and sunk by US military personnel.

CENTCOM stated on social media that this operation demonstrates the professional skills of US troops. They further mentioned that the tanker now rests on the seabed alongside Iranian naval vessels.

However, CENTCOM has not provided immediate details about the operation or the crew aboard the tanker. They mentioned that further information is awaited.

This incident occurs amid ongoing military tensions between Iran and the US. Global attention is focused on naval activities in the Gulf of Oman and the Strait of Hormuz.

It is noteworthy that the maritime dispute between Iran and the US has a long history, with frequent encounters between their naval forces.