Iranian City of Sirik Attacked at Midnight, Multiple Explosions Reported
Iranian state media have reported a military attack in the Sirik area of the southern Hormozgan province, near the Strait of Hormuz. The attack was reported after several explosions were heard in the area late Thursday night. However, it remains unclear who carried out the attack, what the targets were, and how much damage was caused.
On Thursday (November 12) night, Iran’s state news agency IRNA, citing government sources, reported an attack by the ‘enemy’ in the Sirik area. Although the agency described it as a military attack, it provided no details about casualties or damage.
Earlier, the semi-official Tasnim news agency reported hearing several consecutive explosions in the Sirik area of eastern Hormozgan province. The cause of the explosions was initially unknown. However, some sources suggested that the sounds might have resulted from warning shots fired at certain vessels over alleged violations of maritime regulations.
Iranian officials frequently use the term ‘enemy’ when referring to the ongoing conflict with the United States and Israel. However, Iranian state media have not directly blamed any country or party for the attack in Sirik.
Sirik is located along Iran’s southern coast, east of the Strait of Hormuz. This strategically important waterway connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman. As one of the world’s most important routes for energy transportation, the security situation in this region remains under close international scrutiny.
Source: Al Jazeera
