JUST IN: Cargo Ship Attacked In Strait Of Hormuz

By Cullen McCue

A cargo ship was attacked by multiple small craft while sailing northbound near the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday, May 3, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations Center. The incident comes as the Iranian regime has refused to re-open the vital waterway, which has been closed under threat of attack since hostilities erupted on February 28.

The incident occurred approximately 11 nautical miles west of Sirik, Iran, just east of the strait entrance. The master of the vessel reported the attack, and UKMTO issued a warning to other vessels.

“The Master of a northbound bulk carrier has reported being attacked by multiple small craft. All crew reported safe and no environmental impact reported. Vessels are advised to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity to UKMTO, authorities are investigating,” the warning stated.

Tracking data appears to indicate that the vessel involved was the Liberian-flagged bulk carrier Minoan Falcon. No group has claimed responsibility, and the ship’s crew remains safe with no reported damage requiring abandonment or pollution, according to the U.S. Maritime Trade Operations Center…

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