Archive · 23 Sep 2026
Cargo vessel struck by unknown projectile in Strait of Hormuz
A cargo ship was hit by something unknown while traveling through the Strait of Hormuz.
The ship caught fire after it was hit.
It could not continue moving and was left drifting.
Everyone working on the ship was evacuated.
Two people were reported injured.
Officials are investigating what happened.
So far, no harm to the environment has been reported.
Ships in the area were told to be careful and report anything suspicious.
A cargo vessel was struck by an unknown projectile while transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday.
The impact triggered a fire and left the vessel adrift.
All crew members were evacuated, with two people reported injured.
Authorities are investigating the incident, and no environmental impact has been reported.
UKMTO advised vessels in the area to exercise caution and report suspicious activity.
- Who
- A cargo vessel and its crew; the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations reported the incident.
- What
- The vessel was struck by an unknown projectile, caught fire, and was left adrift; two people were injured.
- When
- Wednesday.
- Where
- The Strait of Hormuz.
- Why
- The reason for the incident and the identity of the projectile were not known; authorities are investigating.
- Incident
- Cargo vessel struck by an unknown projectile
- Location
- Strait of Hormuz
- Immediate damage
- The vessel caught fire and was left adrift
- Crew
- All crew members were evacuated
- Casualties
- Two people were reported injured
- Environmental impact
- None reported so far
- Safety guidance
- UKMTO advised vessels to exercise caution and report suspicious activity