Oil tanker struck by projectile in Strait of Hormuz, fire erupts

The commercial oil tanker was struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, igniting a fire on board. AP News reported that the incident prompted investigations by maritime authorities. The strike heightened tensions over navigation safety in the strategic waterway. Officials noted that the vessel was en route southbound at the time. No immediate casualties were reported.

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations centre confirmed that the southbound tanker was hit on its port side by an unknown projectile east of Limah, Oman. The impact caused a blaze but the crew suffered no injuries. British officials said the fire was brought under control. They added that the source of the projectile remains unidentified. The agency warned that the incident underscores risks to commercial shipping in the region.