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On October 2, local time, the British Maritime Trade Action Office reported that it had received a report on a security incident in the Strait of Hormuz. According to a report by the captain of an oil tanker, the ship was hit by an unknown projectile while carrying out an outbound voyage mission, causing a small-scale fire on board and a power outage for the entire ship. The fire has since been extinguished, and the ship is currently sailing. The UKMTO said there are currently no reports of casualties or environmental impacts. The relevant departments are carrying out an investigation. UKMTO advises all vessels to proceed with caution and report any suspicious activity to the agency.

Zhitongcaijing·10/02/2026 16:09:03
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On October 2, local time, the British Maritime Trade Action Office reported that it had received a report on a security incident in the Strait of Hormuz. According to a report by the captain of an oil tanker, the ship was hit by an unknown projectile while carrying out an outbound voyage mission, causing a small-scale fire on board and a power outage for the entire ship. The fire has since been extinguished, and the ship is currently sailing. The UKMTO said there are currently no reports of casualties or environmental impacts. The relevant departments are carrying out an investigation. UKMTO advises all vessels to proceed with caution and report any suspicious activity to the agency.