Statement on the attack on tanker MT Settebello
IMO Secretary-General strongly condemns ship attack near the Strait of Hormuz, with three seafarer fatalities confirmed.
To date, IMO has confirmed 46 attacks on international shipping in and around the Strait of Hormuz, with 14 seafarer fatalities since 28 February 2026.
The Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) has expressed his deep sadness and strong condemnation of the attack on the tanker MT SETTEBELLO (IMO 9162916), sailing under the flag of Palau, off the coast of Oman.
The incident, which occurred near the Strait of Hormuz and is reported to have followed a projectile strike against the vessel, resulted in a fire on board and the deaths of three seafarers.
Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez said: “I strongly condemn any act from any party that endangers the lives of seafarers and the safety of international shipping. This is simply unacceptable. My thoughts are with the families of the three seafarers who lo
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