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Footage of Rescue of Crew of Tanker Zefyros After Attack in Persian Gulf

Published March 12, 2026, 12:17
Footage of Rescue of Crew of Tanker Zefyros After Attack in Persian Gulf

The crew of the Greek-owned tanker Zefyros, consisting of 22 Georgian nationals, are safe and sound after the ship was attacked within Iraqi territorial waters, likely by an Iranian unmanned surface vessel. A fire broke out on the ship, which was extinguished with the assistance of Iraqi fire services. Footage circulating shows the rescue operation of the crew, with sailors disembarking onto a safe vessel. Iraq's state oil company confirmed that the ship was carrying concentrated energy products. The incident adds to a series of attacks in the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz region, intensifying concerns about navigational safety. The tanker is owned by Benetech, which manages a fleet of six tankers.