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Tanker Struck by Projectile in Strait of Hormuz, Sparking Fire and Blackout Before Crew Regains Control
Read this in the Market Flux appA tanker was hit by an unknown projectile while transiting outbound through the Strait of Hormuz at 11:22 UTC on October 2, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations agency. The strike caused a small fire and a blackout aboard the vessel. The crew extinguished the fire and the ship resumed its transit, with no casualties and no reported environmental damage.
The incident follows a pattern of attacks on commercial shipping in the strait, a critical chokepoint through which a significant share of global oil exports flow. At least one commentary source attributed the strike to Iran, though UKMTO identified the projectile only as unknown. The Strait of Hormuz has been the site of recurring tanker attacks in the broader context of U.S.-Iran tensions, with previous incidents resulting in fires, casualties, and disruption to shipping lanes.
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- Cablefxmacro🚢💥*UKMTO: TANKER REPORTED HIT BY AN UNKOWN PROJECTILE IN THE STRAIT OF HORMUZ
- StaunovoUKMTO has received a report of an incident within the Strait of Hormuz. The Master of a tanker has reported being struck by an unknown projectile, whilst conducting an outbound transit, resulting in a small fire and blackout onboard. The fire has since been extinguished and the vessel is underway. There are no reported casualties or environmental impact.
- FirstSquawkTANKER STRUCK BY UNKNOWN PROJECTILE IN STRAIT OF HORMUZ AT 11:22 UTC - UKMTO
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- MarketsdayA tanker was struck by an unknown projectile while transiting outbound through the Strait of Hormuz, causing a small fire and a blackout onboard, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations agency says.
- ZerohedgeAnother Tanker Struck & Damaged By Iran In Strait Of Hormuz
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- Gbrew24US is moving oil through the Strait, under Iranian fire. Iran has launched non-stop ship attacks, in an effort to disrupt traffic. There have been six confirmed hits this week. Per @nytimes, with a few thoughts from yours truly.