Commercial tanker struck by drone in Strait of Hormuz; UKMTO issues navigation advisory

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Commercial tanker struck by drone in Strait of Hormuz; UKMTO issues navigation advisory

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A commercial tanker was attacked by a drone while transiting outbound through the Strait of Hormuz, prompting the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) to issue a navigation advisory. This incident underscores increased security risks for shipping in strategic waterways.

Portsmouth: A commercial tanker was hit by an uncrewed aerial vehicle while conducting an outbound transit through the Strait of Hormuz, the United Kingdom...

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