UK Military's Maritime Security Agency Says A Tanker Was Hit By Projectile In Strait Of Hormuz

Published 27 June 2026 · europe

UK Military's Maritime Security Agency Says A Tanker Was Hit By Projectile In Strait Of Hormuz Published By, Last Updated: June 27, 2026, 15:37 IST

UK Military's Maritime Security Agency Says A Tanker Was Hit By Projectile In Strait Of Hormuz Published By, Last Updated: June 27, 2026, 15:37 IST UKMTO reports a commercial tanker hit by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, no casualties or damage details, shipping warned amid rising Iran United States tensions. File image of Strait of Hormuz. (AP photo) A commercial tanker was struck by a projectile while transiting the Strait of Hormuz, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said on Friday, as military tensions between Iran and the United States continue to escalate across the Gulf region. According to the UK military’s maritime security agency, the incident occurred in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s busiest oil shipping routes.

Authorities did not immediately identify the projectile or say who was responsible for the strike. Investigation Underway UKMTO said it was aware of the incident and was monitoring the situation closely. No immediate details were released regarding casualties, the extent of damage to the vessel, or whether its operations had been affected. The agency has advised commercial shipping to exercise extreme caution while transiting the Gulf and report any suspicious activity amid heightened regional tensions. Latest Incident In A Volatile Region The reported strike comes as Iran and the United States continue military operations in the region, raising concerns over the safety of global shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. The waterway handles nearly a fifth of the world’s oil supplies and has witnessed several security incidents in recent weeks, including attacks on commercial vessels and disruptions to maritime traffic.

Critical Global Chokepoint The Strait of Hormuz connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea, making it one of the world’s most strategically important maritime corridors. Any disruption to shipping through the strait has the potential to impact global energy markets and international trade. Authorities have not yet confirmed whether Friday’s projectile strike is linked to the ongoing military exchanges between Iran and the United States. News18 Newsletter Handpicked stories, in your inbox A newsletter with the best of our journalism submit About the Author News Desk The News Desk is a team of passionate editors and writers who break and analyse the most important events unfolding in India and abroad.