US Destroys Iran-Linked Dhow in Gulf of Oman After Accusing It of Tracking US Warships

US forces have destroyed a dhow described by American officials as affiliated with Iran, following allegations that the vessel was conducting surveillance and helping identify targets involving US naval forces in the Gulf of Oman. According to US Central Command, the crew was evacuated before the vessel was destroyed, and efforts to repatriate those aboard were underway. The incident highlights rising maritime tensions in waters near the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for global energy shipments. The accusations against the vessel have been made by the US military, and further independently verified details remain limited. Watch the before-and-after footage and follow developments in the wider US-Iran confrontation.

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