Tanker hit by projectile in Strait of Hormuz: UKMTO
08:20, 27/08/2026, ThursdayU: Update: 08:26, 27/08/2026, Thursday
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File photoUK Maritime Trade Operations said Thursday that a tanker was struck by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, causing a fire that was later extinguished with all crew reported safe and no environmental impact, as authorities investigate the circumstances surrounding the attack.
A tanker was struck by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday, causing a fire that has since been extinguished, the UK Maritime Trade Operations center said in an advisory note.
Projectile Strike
UKMTO stated that all crew were reported safe with no environmental impact detected. "All crew are reported as safe and accounted for and there has been no report of environmental impact," the agency said.
Investigation Underway
The British military-linked agency said authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the attack. UKMTO advised vessels operating in the area to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity.
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