HORMUZ. Vessels at the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, July 9, 2026
(1st UPDATE) The oil tanker Sidr, owned by Bahri, was one of two supertankers carrying Saudi oil reported to have been hit late on August 31 while transiting the Strait of Hormuz
An Iranian attack on a Saudi oil tanker, Sidr, resulted in the deaths of two Filipino seafarers, prompting Saudi Arabia to call for an end to escalations and respect for maritime safety.
The Philippines' Department of Migrant Workers is coordinating the repatriation of the deceased seafarers and ensuring their families receive necessary assistance and benefits.
The DMW emphasized the right of Filipino seafarers to refuse high-risk voyages and reminded shipowners to conduct risk assessments and implement security measures for their safety.
