Mideast live: Oil tanker struck by projectile in Strait of Hormuz off Oman
Summary
An oil tanker was hit by a projectile while passing through the Strait of Hormuz near Oman, causing damage but no injuries, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations. The area has seen many attacks on ships during the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the US, and Israel, raising concerns over security and oil shipments.Key Facts
- An oil tanker was damaged by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz off Oman's coast.
- No crew members were injured in the attack.
- The Strait of Hormuz is a key waterway for oil and gas shipments.
- There have been 68 confirmed incidents near the Strait in six months related to the Iran-US-Israel conflict.
- At least 20 people have died and 35 have been wounded in these incidents.
- About half of the attacks have targeted tankers, with other ships including container and bulk carriers also affected.
- Liberia-flagged vessels have faced the most incidents, followed by ships from Panama and the Marshall Islands.
- Pakistan’s army chief held talks with Iran about preventing further conflict escalation and reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
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