Attack on Vessel, Strait of Hormuz
Issued: 1 day, 9 hours ago
| Date | Reference | Region | Category | Aggressors | Source |
| 2026-08-18 01:35:00 | CW Alert 017- (Aug 26) | Indian Ocean | Attack | Military | UKMTO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The UKMTO have reported that a vessel has been attacked whilst conducting an outbound transit of the Strait of Hormuz (exact time not specified). The Company Security Officer reported that the vessel was struck by an unknown projectile, causing damage to the engine room and resulting in a crew casualty. The remaining crew are currently being assisted by the Omani Coast Guard. No environmental impact has been reported at this time. Authorities are investigating. | |||||