# US strikes Iranian oil tanker near Kharg Island — agency

https://mins.news/en/item/50305

- TASS, 2026-09-08 19:52 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/world/2184483

> The United States attacked an Iranian oil tanker anchored near Kharg Island, Tasnim reported. No one was injured and the crew is being evacuated. Earlier reports said explosions were heard near Kharg Island and in Jask.

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