Ship damaged by unknown projectile in Strait of Hormuz
Individuals from the crew of a commercial ship were killed and injured after it was attacked with an unknown projectile while passing through the Strait of Hormuz, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations authority. The incident caused damage to the engine room and resulted in human casualties, with the crew receiving assistance from Omani Coast Guard. No environmental pollution has been detected. This attack comes amid escalating tensions between the United States and Iran over this vital passage, as maritime traffic through the strait continues to decline.
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