Tanker struck in the Strait of Hormuz; engine damaged but no injuries
UKMTO: tanker in the Strait of Hormuz was struck by an "unknown projectile" about 20 kilometres northeast of Lima, Oman; engine damaged but no injuries.
UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported that a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, close to Oman's coastline, was struck by an "unknown projectile". The agency said the vessel's engine was damaged but there were no injuries and no environmental harm was reported.
The incident occurred about 20 kilometres northeast of the Omani town of Lima, according to the statement.
Details and wider context
Maritime authorities say the hit affected the ship's propulsion system; the crew remained uninjured and initial checks did not show any oil or fuel leakage. The vessel's operator has been notified and regional monitoring organisations are tracking the situation.
Iran has repeatedly insisted that commercial traffic should transit the Strait of Hormuz using routes close to its own coast and has argued that only the corridor it designates is safe for navigation. The latest incident adds to concerns about shipping security in the area.
Further information on the flag of the tanker, its cargo or the identity of the attacker has not been released. Regional maritime authorities said investigations and surveillance would continue to establish the full circumstances of the strike.
Photo: press material from the event
