Economist Podcasts What’s yours has mines: the Gulf of Oman attack
Jun 14, 2019
In this discussion, Shashank Joshi, The Economist's defense editor, delves into the precarious geopolitical situation following attacks in the Gulf of Oman, highlighting Iran's risky maneuvers. Sarah Maslin, the Brazil correspondent, addresses the violent grip of militias in Rio de Janeiro and critiques President Bolsonaro's law enforcement policies. The conversation also touches on the racial dynamics in country music, examining the controversial 'Old Town Road' and its implications for representation in the genre.
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US blames Iran for tanker attacks
- The U.S. government blames Iran for attacks on two tankers in the Gulf of Oman.
- These attacks follow a similar incident a month prior, also attributed to Iran by the U.S.
Tanker attack details
- Two tankers, one carrying methanol and the other crude oil, were attacked in the Gulf of Oman.
- 44 crew members were rescued, one with injuries, but the ships suffered significant damage.
Timing of the attacks
- The attacks occurred while Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was in Iran for diplomatic talks.
- One of the targeted ships was carrying Japanese cargo, adding complexity to the situation.