Tanker struck by 'unknown projectile' in Strait of Hormuz: UKMTO warning
An incident involving a crude oil tanker being struck by an unknown projectile while transiting inbound was reported in the Strait of Hormuz. On 30 August 2026, the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) Operations Centre issued Warning 122-26 (Attack), reporting a late notification of the incident. The vessel identity, flag, ownership, exact damage extent, and attribution (if any) have not been…
On August 30, 2026, the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) Operations Centre released Warning 122-26, alerting vessels to a recent incident involving a crude oil tanker struck by an unknown projectile while traveling inbound in the Strait of Hormuz. The incident occurred at around 2035 UTC on August 29, but the warning was issued late on Sunday, August 30.
The vessel's identity, ownership, and exact damage extent have not been disclosed publicly yet. The warning did not report any casualties or environmental impact. The incident took place approximately 12 nautical miles north of Khasab, Oman. UKMTO continues to investigate the incident and advises vessels to exercise caution and report any suspicious activity.
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