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The very large crude carrier (VLCC) Sidr appears to have come to a near-complete stop while transiting the Strait of Hormuz, with its AIS data currently showing a speed of approximately 0.6 knots. The vessel is in an area where several commercial ships using the U.S.-designated route through Omani waters have previously been attacked by Iranian forces. The reason for the sudden reduction in speed is currently unknown.


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The very large crude carrier (VLCC) Sidr appears to have come to a near-complete stop while transiting the Strait of Hormuz, with its AIS data currently showing a speed of approximately 0.6 knots.

The vessel is in an area where several commercial ships using the U.S.-designated route through Omani waters have previously been attacked by Iranian forces.

The reason for the sudden reduction in speed is currently unknown.