Episode
Episode 257: The Tanker War
Ahmad Hashemi
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2026-04-14
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25 Followers
On December 4, 1984, Iraqi warplanes launched attacks beyond Kharg Island, targeting Iranian oil tankers instead of infrastructure. This marked the beginning of the Tanker War—the largest naval conflict since World War II. Discover how this maritime conflict escalated to involve Read more…On December 4, 1984, Iraqi warplanes launched attacks beyond Kharg Island, targeting Iranian oil tankers instead of infrastructure. This marked the beginning of the Tanker War—the largest naval conflict since World War II. Discover how this maritime conflict escalated to involve American forces and became a critical turning point in Iran-Iraq War history. Close