A tanker leaving the Strait of Hormuz was hit on the port side by an unidentified projectile.

Source: Global Times
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On the 11th local time, the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported receiving a report about an incident occurring in the Strait of Hormuz.

The report stated that a tanker departing from port was struck on its port side by an unidentified projectile, causing damage to the vessel. According to the report, all crew members are safe, and there were no reports of environmental impact at the time of the attack.

The incident is currently under investigation. (Reporter Chen Lincong from the General Station)

Classification
Region
West Asia
Analytical Domain
Tactical
Primary Category
Military Operations
Subcategory
Naval Engagement
SALUTE Report
Size
Not specified
Activity
An oil tanker was struck by an unidentified projectile on its port side, causing damage to the vessel.
Location
Strait of Hormuz
Unit
UKMTO
Time
Local time on the 11th
Equipment
oil tanker
Summary

An oil tanker was struck by an unidentified projectile on its port side in the Strait of Hormuz on the 11th. All crew members are reported safe, and there was no reported environmental impact. The incident is under investigation by the UKMTO.

Key Facts
  • An oil tanker was struck by an unidentified projectile.
  • The incident occurred in the Strait of Hormuz.
  • All crew members are reported safe.
  • The attack did not reportedly impact the environment.
  • The event is currently under investigation.