A tanker sailing southbound off the coast of Oman was struck by an unidentified projectile, triggering a fire on board, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO).
The British maritime agency confirmed the incident occurred in the vicinity of the Strait of Hormuz, adding that there were no immediate reports of casualties.
The latest attack highlights the persistent security risks facing commercial shipping in one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints.
With the Strait of Hormuz handling a significant share of global oil trade, any disruption to transit routes can quickly translate into volatility for energy markets and higher insurance premiums for vessels operating in the region.
This incident follows a series of similar events in recent days, including a cargo ship damaged by an unidentified projectile on Thursday and another tanker hit on Saturday, which sustained damage to its bridge.
The frequency of these attacks suggests that the threat to maritime traffic in the Gulf remains elevated, despite diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions.