A cargo vessel was damaged by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday at approximately 10 a.m. ET. The UK Maritime Trade Operations reported that the vessel was struck on the starboard side, resulting in damage to the bridge. This incident occurred shortly after Iran ordered four ships to turn back while attempting to navigate the strait. These vessels had been waiting in the Persian Gulf for over 100 days. The situation raises questions about potential restrictions on traffic in the strait, which is a critical route for global oil supply, accounting for 20% of the world's oil.
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Cargo Vessel Damaged by Projectile in Strait of Hormuz
A cargo vessel was struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, causing damage to its bridge. This incident coincided with Iran's orders for four ships to turn back from the strait, which is significant for global oil transportation.
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