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UKMTO Reports Oil Tanker Hit by Projectile in Strait of Hormuz
The UK Maritime Trade Operations agency reported that a crude oil tanker was struck by an unknown projectile on its port side while transiting the Strait of Hormuz yesterday.
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) announced it received a delayed report concerning an incident that occurred in the Strait of Hormuz yesterday. The agency confirmed the notification regarding maritime activity in the region.
Details of the tanker strike
In a statement, UKMTO clarified that a reliable source reported a crude oil tanker sustained a hit from an unknown projectile. The impact specifically affected the left side of the vessel during its transit through the strategic waterway.
Authorities are currently conducting an investigation into the matter to determine the nature of the projectile and the circumstances surrounding the attack.
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