The GFS Pride, a Singapore-registered container ship, sank in the Strait of Hormuz after being struck by an unidentified projectile. All 21 crew members were safely evacuated with no injuries reported. Singapore’s Maritime and Port Authority condemned the attacks as unprovoked and a breach of international law. Iran claims a naval mine caused the sinking, but there is no independent evidence to support this, according to maritime security firm Ambrey. Over 20 vessels, mostly oil tankers, have been attacked this month, leaving two sailors missing and 12 injured. Crude oil exports through Hormuz fell to 8.5 million barrels per day in the week ended October 12, nearly 40% below prewar levels, according to data from Kpler.
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