Strait of Hormuz: Third tanker attacked in 24 hours

The Strait of Hormuz witnessed its third attack on a commercial vessel in just 24 hours, as a tanker was struck by a drone of unknown origin. The British Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported the incident, stating the vessel sustained minor structural damage. Fortunately, no injuries or pollution were reported.

This latest incident follows two other attacks that occurred overnight. The Qatar-flagged liquefied natural gas tanker Al Rekayyat suffered severe damage after being hit by a projectile while sailing in the waters near Oman, within the Strait of Hormuz. Doha has condemned the "unacceptable attack" and attributed responsibility to Iran.

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the UKMTO received a report of another incident concerning a tanker transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The ship was hit by a drone of unknown origin and suffered minor structural damage. No injuries or pollution have been reported.

Additionally, a Saudi Arabian-flagged crude oil tanker also sustained damage near the Strait. Reports suggest that the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps launched missiles against ships transiting this strategically vital waterway. These repeated attacks have heightened tensions in a region critical for global energy supplies.

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