A liquefied petroleum gas tanker was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz.

Source: Global Times
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Xinhua News Agency, London, September 21 (Reporter Zhao Jiasong) - The UK Maritime Trade Operations Office reported on the 21st that a liquefied petroleum gas tanker was hit by debris from an unidentified projectile while exiting the Strait of Hormuz, and all personnel on board are safe.

The report stated that the vessel will continue to its next port of call, and there are currently no reports of environmental pollution. Relevant authorities are investigating the incident.

This is the second attack reported by the agency on the same day. Earlier that day, a tanker was attacked by an unidentified projectile while navigating the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in minor injuries to two crew members, but the vessel is still able to navigate under its own power.

Classification
Region
West Asia
Analytical Domain
Operational
Primary Category / Secondary Categories
Military Operations / Casualties & Losses
Subcategory
Naval Engagement
SALUTE Report
Size
Not specified
Activity
A liquefied petroleum gas transport ship was hit by debris from an unidentified projectile while exiting the Strait of Hormuz.
Location
Strait of Hormuz
Unit
Not specified
Time
September 21
Equipment
liquefied petroleum gas transport ship
Summary

A liquefied petroleum gas transport ship was struck by debris from an unidentified projectile while exiting the Strait of Hormuz on September 21. The crew was unharmed, and the ship is set to continue to its next port. This incident follows another attack on a tanker in the same area earlier that day, which resulted in minor injuries to two crew members.

Key Facts
  • A liquefied petroleum gas transport ship was hit by debris from an unidentified projectile.
  • The incident occurred while the ship was exiting the Strait of Hormuz.
  • No injuries were reported among the crew.
  • The ship will continue to its next port of call.
  • This is the second reported attack on the same day.