Cargo vessel hit by unknown projectile in Strait of Hormuz; two casualties reported

23/09/2026

Cargo vessel hit by unknown projectile in Strait of Hormuz; two casualties reported

KUWAIT CITY, Sept 23: A cargo vessel was struck by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, leaving the vessel on fire and adrift, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO).

In its warning 142-26, issued at 0630 UTC on Sept 23, UKMTO said it had received a report of an incident in the Strait of Hormuz from the vessel’s Company Security Officer.

The report stated that the vessel had been struck by an unknown projectile and caught fire. All crew members were evacuated, with two casualties reported.

Authorities are investigating the incident. UKMTO said there was no reported environmental impact at the time of the warning.

UKMTO advised vessels operating in the area to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity to the organization.