Projectile Strikes Oil Tanker as It Exits Strait of Hormuz
A fire broke out on board the tanker following the attack before being extinguished, allowing it to continue its voyage, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations agency.
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A tanker was struck by a projectile from an unknown source while exiting the Strait of Hormuz on Friday morning, sparking a fire on board, the UK Maritime Trade Operations agency (UKMTO) reported.
According to the agency, which closely monitors maritime traffic in the region, the fire that broke out on board the tanker as a result of the attack was later extinguished, allowing the vessel to continue its voyage.
A sensitive area for maritime navigation
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world's most important waterways, through which a large share of global oil and gas exports passes, making any incident there a matter closely watched by those concerned with energy and maritime security.
The UK Maritime Trade Operations agency has not identified who was responsible for the attack, and has not yet released further details about the nature of the projectile or the extent of the damage to the tanker.
The incident comes amid recurring tension in the Strait of Hormuz, which has previously seen several similar incidents targeting commercial tankers as they transit this strategic passage.
Sources
- مقذوف يصيب ناقلة أثناء خروجها من مضيق هرمز — Sky News Arabia — World
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