Cargo Ship Hit In Strait Of Hormuz By ‘Unknown Projectile’– trendingpoliticsnews.com

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said Thursday that a cargo vessel was struck by an “unknown projectile” near the Strait of Hormuz, the latest security incident in one of the world’s most critical shipping lanes.

According to the UKMTO, the incident occurred about 7.5 nautical miles southeast of Dahit, Oman.

“A cargo vessel has been hit on the starboard side by an unknown projectile, causing damage to the bridge,” the agency said in an advisory, adding that there were no reported casualties.

“Vessels are advised to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity to UKMTO,” the advisory added.