Iran War
Cargo ship attacked in Strait of Hormuz, UK maritime body says
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A cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz was attacked by several small boats, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). The attack occurred 11 nautical miles west of the Iranian city of Sirik, with all crew members reported safe and no environmental impact. This incident is one of several attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz since the start of the Iran war, which has largely brought shipping through this transport route to a standstill.