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Tanker attacked near Strait of Hormuz, crew unharmed, UKMTO reports
✍️ TripuraTimes.com
🗓 16 Nov 2026, 12:46 AM
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The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations said a tanker was targeted near the Strait of Hormuz, but all crew members escaped injury.
London‑based United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) confirmed that a commercial tanker was struck by an unknown projectile while transiting the strategic Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday. The incident occurred in international waters, a key chokepoint for global oil shipments.
According to the agency, the vessel’s crew reported the attack promptly and took emergency measures. All crew members were accounted for and none suffered injuries, allowing the ship to continue under its own power after initial damage assessment.
UKMTO said it is monitoring the situation closely and has relayed the information to relevant maritime security authorities. No further details on the attacker or the motive have been released, and the incident underscores the ongoing risks faced by vessels navigating the narrow waterway.
The Strait of Hormuz, linking the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman, handles a significant share of the world’s petroleum trade, making any security breach a matter of international concern.
Authorities are expected to investigate the event and advise shipping operators on precautionary routes while diplomatic channels seek to de‑escalate any potential fallout.
According to the agency, the vessel’s crew reported the attack promptly and took emergency measures. All crew members were accounted for and none suffered injuries, allowing the ship to continue under its own power after initial damage assessment.
UKMTO said it is monitoring the situation closely and has relayed the information to relevant maritime security authorities. No further details on the attacker or the motive have been released, and the incident underscores the ongoing risks faced by vessels navigating the narrow waterway.
The Strait of Hormuz, linking the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman, handles a significant share of the world’s petroleum trade, making any security breach a matter of international concern.
Authorities are expected to investigate the event and advise shipping operators on precautionary routes while diplomatic channels seek to de‑escalate any potential fallout.