Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) said three of its vessels were attacked this week while transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The company said the attacks are adding to security concerns in the key waterway, where commercial shipping remains far below normal levels.

ADNOC said 15 of its vessels have been attacked by missiles and drones since the start of the conflict. The incidents have resulted in one death and injuries to 20 crew members. The company did not identify the three vessels involved in the latest attacks or provide details about possible damage.

Maritime security officials continue to rate the Strait of Hormuz as a high-risk area for merchant ships. The Joint Maritime Information Center said hostile actions, including vessel warnings, drone activity, surveillance and projectile attacks, remain highly likely. UK Maritime Trade Operations also reported that only 18 outbound and 21 inbound full transits were recorded in the seven days ending August 7, around 4% of pre-conflict averages.

Security incidents have also been reported in the Gulf of Aden, Red Sea and Bab el-Mandeb. JMIC said a tanker near Hormuz reported explosions on August 5 and later abandoned its transit, while another tanker in the Gulf of Aden suffered minor damage from a nearby explosion. ADNOC said it is working with authorities to protect its crews and assets, while calling for safe and uninterrupted passage for commercial shipping.