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Three Tankers Struck by Missiles in Strait of Hormuz; UKMTO Warns Shipping
Skai·IR · AE · OM·3 days ago
A tanker in the Strait of Hormuz was attacked on Friday, causing a deck fire but no casualties or fuel leakage. The incident underscores continued threats to a critical energy chokepoint, though the attacker and method remain unconfirmed.
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Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has nearly halted following attacks on at least four vessels, including multiple tankers, since Thursday. While several tankers sustained damage and one caught fire, no casualties or significant fuel leakage have been reported, and some vessels continued their voyages. The specific actors and nature of the attacks remain unconfirmed, leading to high uncertainty regarding attribution and escalation intent.