Attack on Tanker, Strait of Hormuz
Issued: 18 hours ago
Date Reference Region Category Aggressors Source
2026-10-04 00:00:00 CW Alert 005 - (Oct 26) Indian Ocean Attack Military UKMTO
The UKMTO has reported that a tanker has been struck by unknown projectile, causing damage to the engine room (exact date, time and position of incident not specified). The crew have been reported as safe and there is no environmental impact reported at this time. Authorities are investigating
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