A cargo ship caught fire in theStrait of Hormuzafter being struck by a projectile, theBritish militarysaid on Wednesday, according toAssociated Press. The vessel is reported to be ablaze following the strike in the strategically vital waterway. Further details about the extent of the damage and casualties were not immediately available.
UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said it received a report of an incident involving a container vessel around 25 nautical miles northwest of Ras Al Khaimah, in the United Arab Emirates. Another report indicated that a splash from an unknown projectile was seen near the ship about 20 nautical miles west of Dubai.
According to the ship’s master, the vessel sustained damage from a suspected but unknown projectile.
UKMTO:UKMTO has received a report of an incident 25NM northwest of Ra’s al Khaymah, UAE.
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UKMTO said the extent of the damage remains unknown and is currently being investigated by the crew. The master of the vessel confirmed that all crew members are safe and accounted for.
Following the report, UKMTO advised vessels in the area to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity while authorities continue to investigate the incident.
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