Ship hit by projectile in Strait of Hormuz
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UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO)
Strait of Hormuz
June 25, 2026
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An unidentified cargo ship was hit by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz. Several freighters turned back following warnings from the Iranian Navy. The incident occurred despite recent interim peace efforts.
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