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Xinhua News Agency, London, August 27 - The UK Maritime Trade Operations Office reported on the 27th that a tanker was hit by an unidentified projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, causing the vessel to catch fire. The fire has now been extinguished, and all crew members have been confirmed safe.
Classification
Region
West Asia
Analytical Domain
Tactical
Primary Category
Military Operations
Subcategory
Naval Engagement
SALUTE Report
Size
Not applicable
Activity
An oil tanker was hit by an unidentified projectile, causing a fire on the vessel.
Location
Strait of Hormuz
Unit
Not specified
Time
August 27
Equipment
oil tanker
Summary
An oil tanker was struck by an unidentified projectile in the Strait of Hormuz on August 27, causing a fire that has since been extinguished. All crew members are reported safe. The incident was reported by the UK Maritime Trade Operations Office.
Key Facts
- An oil tanker was hit by an unidentified projectile.
- The incident occurred in the Strait of Hormuz.
- The fire on the vessel has been extinguished.
- All crew members are confirmed safe.
- The report was issued by the UK Maritime Trade Operations Office.