Tanker Hit by Unknown Projectile While Exiting the Strait of Hormuz

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The British Maritime Trade Operations announced today, Friday, that a tanker was attacked by an unknown projectile while exiting the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in a limited fire and power outage on board.

The authority stated that the captain of the tanker reported that the ship was "hit by an unspecified projectile while sailing out of the strait," which caused a small fire and a power outage.

It added that the crew of the tanker was able to control and extinguish the fire, confirming that there were no reports of injuries or environmental damage resulting from the incident.

The authority clarified that the tanker, whose name or flag was not disclosed, continued its journey after controlling the fire.