Dubai, Sept 29, 2026 (AFP) - Ship hit in Hormuz, sparking fire: maritime agency

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2026-09-29

An "unknown projectile" struck a ship in the Strait of Hormuz, sparking a fire on board that has been extinguished, a British maritime agency reported Tuesday. The ship was hit on Monday evening but the crew were safe, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations Centre (UKMTO) said. "The fire has since been extinguished and the vessel is underway," the agency said. "There has been no reported environmental impact or damage assessment." The Strai......

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