The U.S. Central Command has claimed responsibility for the attack on the product tanker Settebello ( of 10 June 2026). The US Centcom announced that the ship was rendered inactive in the Gulf of Omand after another had violated the blockade in place by attempting to transport oil from Iran. The reference is to another attack conducted in the previous hours in the Gulf of Oman against the ship tanker Marivex, whose 24 seafarers crew are rescued by Omani Navy helicopters.

Centcom specified that a US aircraft hit engine room of the Settebello after the crew had repeatedly refused to comply with the indications of the forces American armies.

The Indian government has condemned the attack on the Settebello. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in New Delhi has announced that, of the 24 Indian crew members on board of the ship, so far 21 have been rescued, while three are missing. "The repetition of attacks on ships merchant ships in the region - denounced the ministry in a note - are a cause for deep concern and represent a direct consequence of the ongoing conflict. We reiterate our appeal for an immediate de-escalation of tensions and for the conclusion of the ongoing negotiations for a diplomatic solution, so that the peace and stability can return to the region. The attacks on merchant ships and civilian infrastructure in the region must cease and free navigation and free navigation unhindered trade in the international waterways of the region must be restored as soon as possible in compliance with the of international law".

The Secretary General of the International Maritime Organization expressed deep concern and strong condemnation of the attack to Settebello: "I firmly condemn - he said Arsenio Dominguez - any act, by anyone, that puts The lives of seafarers and the safety of navigation are endangered international. This is simply unacceptable. My Our thoughts go to the families of the three missing seafarers and to all those who await news of the crew members". "All actions affecting international shipping - he added - must fully respect the law and the safety of life at sea. The protection of is a shared responsibility that must be remain a priority".

The IMO has specified that from 28 February to date, 43 attacks on merchant ships in the Strait of Hormuz and surrounding areas, with 11 confirmed victims among the seafarers.