UKMTO says tanker hit by unknown projectile in Strait of Hormuz
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said on Thursday that an "unknown projectile" struck a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, causing a fire that has since been put out, Reuters reported.
UKMTO reports tanker hit by unidentified projectile in Strait of Hormuz, resulting in a fire that has been extinguished. No environmental impact has been reported, and all crew members are accounted for and safe. The West Texas Intermediate (WTI) oil price drops 0.27% on the day to $82.33. WTI is a high-quality crude oil traded on international markets.
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