Ship attacked in Hormuz Strait as U.S.-Iran ceasefire expiry risks prolonged conflict
The attack caused damage to the engine room and resulted in a crew casualty, UKMTO said, adding that the remaining crew were being assisted by the Omani Coast Guard.
A vessel was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in damage to the engine room and a crew casualty. The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported that the vessel was struck by an unknown projectile while conducting an outbound transit of the waterway. The remaining crew are being assisted by the Omani Coast Guard.
The incident comes as the US and Iran appear to be hardening their positions, with no renewed negotiations on the horizon after a temporary truce lapsed. This development raises concerns about the potential for a prolonged conflict.
According to CNBC, the situation between the US and Iran is becoming increasingly entrenched. Meanwhile, the incident has had an impact on oil prices, with West Texas Intermediate (WTI) up 0.15% on the day at $84.25, as reported by FXStreet.
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- Damage, crew casualty reported onboard vessel hit in Hormuz Strait, UKMTO says middleeasteye.net
- World : Vessel Struck By 'Unknown Projectile' In Strait Of Hormuz: UKMTO bernama.com
- Projectile hits ship in Strait of Hormuz, injures crew member: UK maritime agency english.ajel.sa
- Ship attacked in Hormuz Strait as U.S.-Iran ceasefire expiry risks prolonged conflict cnbc.com
- Crew killed in vessel strike in Strait of Hormuz economictimes.indiatimes.com
