Tanker struck by unknown projectile in Hormuz Strait, UKMTO says
Tanker struck by unknown projectile in Hormuz Strait, UKMTO says A vessel was hit by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) agency said early on Thursday. The strike caused a fire that was later extinguished. No environmental impact was reported and all crew members were safe and accounted for.
A tanker was struck by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, causing a fire that was later extinguished, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) agency. All crew members were reported safe and accounted for, with no environmental impact.
The incident comes as Iran and Oman continue to negotiate an agreement over the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial waterway through which a significant share of the world's oil supplies normally passes. According to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) spokesman, Hossein Mohebbi, an agreement has been reached on revenue-sharing, but details remain unclear.
Iran has warned that a re-opening of the waterway will take more than a deal with Oman, and has stated that the US must meet Tehran's conditions, including an end to the US blockade on Iranian ports, compensation, and removal of sanctions. Most shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has been disrupted, pushing global energy prices higher.
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