Projectile strike tests fragile Hormuz recovery
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A commercial tanker sailing near the Strait of Hormuz was struck by an unknown projectile, highlighting the region's continued volatility despite efforts to stabilize shipping routes. UK Maritime Trade Operations received the report, underscoring ongoing security risks to maritime traffic.
Commercial shipping around the Strait of Hormuz has been given another reminder that the waterway is open, but far from normal. A tanker was struck by an unknown projectile late Monday while transiting just east of the strait. UK Maritime Trade Operations said it received a report from the vessel’s master that the tanker had …