UKMTO says vessel struck by ‘unidentified projectile’ in Hormuz

Saturday, 27 June 2026 - 15:42

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The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) says a ⁠tanker has been reportedly struck ⁠by an unidentified projectile ⁠in the Strait of Hormuz.

The captain of a tanker said the vessel was struck by “an unidentified projectile”, the UKMTO said.

It added that the vessel sustained damage to the bridge, all crew members are reported safe, and no environmental damage has been reported at present.

Authorities are investigating the incident, the UKMTO said.

-Al Jazeera %MCEPASTEBIN%


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