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Black smoke pours from oil tanker near Strait of Hormuz

Black smoke pours from oil tanker near Strait of Hormuz

Summary

An oil tanker near the Strait of Hormuz caught fire after being hit by an unknown object. Maritime officials report that at least three ships have been struck in this area.

Key Facts

  • The incident happened near the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for oil transport.
  • The affected oil tanker is flagged under Palau.
  • An unidentified projectile hit the tanker, causing it to catch fire.
  • Three ships in total have been hit in the same region recently.
  • Over 150 ships have anchored to avoid entering the strait as a safety measure.

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