Collision in the Strait of Hormuz: Two Tankers Explode, 24 Evacuated

On Tuesday, June 17, 2025, a collision involving at least two tankers in the Strait of Hormuz resulted in explosions and fire. The United Arab Emirates coast guard was deployed to assist with the incident, which occurred approximately 22 nautical miles off the shores of Khor Fakkan in the eastern part of the UAE. According to reports, the tankers Adalynn and Front Eagle collided in the strait, with indications that a third vessel may also have been involved. The UAE coast guard announced the evacuation of 24 crew members from the tanker Adalynn. Earlier, the UK-based maritime security firm Ambrey stated that the incident ‘is not related to current security issues in the wider area,’ suggesting it is unrelated to tensions between Iran and Israel. However, it’s worth noting that electronic warfare systems, such as navigation and GPS jammers activated due to regional conflicts, could have played a significant role in the tanker collision.