Vietnam Denies NV Sunshine Ship Attack Reports, Cooperates with Iran
Vietnam's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has officially denied reports claiming the tanker 'NV Sunshine' was attacked. A ministry spokesperson confirmed the vessel is operating safely and stated the Vietnamese embassy is coordinating with Iranian authorities to ensure the security of Vietnamese ships. The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps had previously announced targeting the NV Sunshine.
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