Conflict & Security
Hormuz cargo vessel hit by unknown projectile, UKMTO says
A cargo vessel was hit by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz off Oman, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations said Tuesday.
UKMTO said the unnamed vessel reported being hit 20 nautical miles, or 37 kilometres, northeast of Al Khasab, Oman. It said authorities were investigating.
The agency did not give details on damage or injuries. The vessel’s identity and who may have fired the projectile were not clear.
Update
UKMTO said the incident occurred 20 nautical miles, or 37 kilometres, northeast of Al Khasab, Oman.
UKMTO said authorities were investigating.
Source note: AFP news report published on 4 August 2026 at 00:06:38 UTC.
Uncertainty notes
UKMTO did not give specifics on damage or injuries.
The vessel’s identity was not provided.
Who fired the projectile, if anyone, was not clear.
Source
AFP news report published on .