A tanker was struck by an unidentified projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). The projectile’s origin remains unknown and investigations are underway. This strait, through which a significant portion of global oil transport passes, is experiencing a persistent maritime security crisis amid rising tensions between Iran and the United States. Multiple attacks on shipping have been reported this year, and market operators anticipate a slower return to normal traffic levels than expected by September 30.
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