Five to six armed Iranian commandos tried to hijack oil tanker Asphalt Princess off the coast of UAE but failed when crew disabled the engines allowing US and Omani warships to catch up, sources say.
Israel Defence Minister Gantz warned now is the time for deeds on Wednesday
Adrian Underwood identified as Briton killed on board oil tanker Mercer Street
UK, Romania and Liberia sent joint letter to the UN condemning clear violation of international law while Britain has vowed consequences for Tehran
Israel said it reserved the right to take independent military action against Iran