Tanker attack tests Trump’s claim that Hormuz is a 'functioning strait'

An oil tanker was struck by an unidentified projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, according to reports from the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). The incident caused a fire on board, but it has since been extinguished.

All crew members are safe and accounted for, with no environmental impact reported, as per the UKMTO.

The incident has contributed to a slight decrease in West Texas Intermediate (WTI) oil prices, which were down 0.27% at $82.33 at the time of the reports.

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