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Tanker Reportedly Attacked During Strait Of Hormuz Transit
Monday September 21, 2026
A tanker was reportedly struck by an unknown projectile today while conducting an inbound transit through the Strait of Hormuz, according to a British government agency monitoring maritime security in the region.
The incident was reported by military authorities at 7:30 UTC today, the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said in a social media update today.
“Military authorities have informed UKMTO that a tanker conducting an inbound transit was struck by an unknown projectile,” UKMTO said.
“Two crew have sustained minor injuries and the vessel is reported to be continuing to its next port of call under its own power.”
“There is no reported environmental impact at this time.”
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