Oil Tanker Attacked Near Hormuz as Trump Allies Meet Secretly on Iran Tensions

Oil tanker struck near Hormuz, Trump allies meet secretly. Iran-linked attacks escalate as UK diesel hits record high.

October 3, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — London, United Kingdom — A crude oil tanker was reportedly hit by an unknown projectile off the coast of Oman, near the strategic Strait of Hormuz, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTRO). All crew members were confirmed safe, and no environmental damage has been reported so far.

The attack occurred early Saturday, with the UKMTRO noting that a fire broke out onboard but was quickly extinguished. The incident has led to a temporary halt in traffic through the vital waterway as negotiations remain stalled. Meanwhile, reports emerged that members of Donald Trump’s administration met in secret at Camp David to discuss the ongoing conflict involving Iran and regional actors.

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Vice President JD Vance reportedly chaired the meeting, which focused on potential next steps amid rising tensions. Trump previously warned that the U.S. would retaliate if Iran is linked to any attacks, stating, “Oh, they’ll be hit, very hard, don’t worry.” In another development, a large fire was observed near an Aramco facility in Riyadh, though no official confirmation has been released from Saudi authorities.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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