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Cargo Vessel Struck by Projectile in Strait of Hormuz
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In Short: A cargo vessel was hit by an unknown projectile off the Omani coast, causing a crew death and engine damage, according to UKMTO.
A cargo vessel has been struck by an 'unknown projectile' while transiting the Strait of Hormuz, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). The vessel's engine room was damaged, and one crew member died. The incident was reported to UKMTO by the vessel’s company security officer early on Tuesday, with the Omani coastguard providing assistance to the remaining crew.
UKMTO stated that no environmental impact has been reported from the attack. Authorities are now investigating the incident to determine the responsible party. The Strait of Hormuz has been a focal point of tension, with Iran blocking the strait and frequently attacking commercial ships since the war began on February 28, and now claims to want to charge users for passage.
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- A vessel has been struck by an “unknown projectile” while transiting the Strait of Hormuz, causing damage to the engine room and resulting in a crew casualty, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said.
- The vessel’s company security officer reported the strike to UKMTO early on Tuesday, saying the Omani coastguard was assisting the remaining crew.
- The British maritime agency said no environmental impact has been reported so far, and authorities are now investigating the incident, including who or what was responsible.
- Iran effectively blocked the strait after the war began on February 28, frequently attacking commercial ships, and says it wants to charge users for passage.
Sources
- Al Jazeeralink