Commodities
Oil Tanker Attacked in Strait of Hormuz
A crude oil tanker came under attack near Oman's Khasab region on August 31, 2026. The UK Maritime Trade Operations confirmed that an unknown projectile hit the vessel while it was entering the Arabian Gulf through the Strait of Hormuz.
No casualties or oil spill have been reported so far in the incident. Authorities are continuing their investigation to determine the source of the attack and the identity of the vessel involved.
The UK Maritime Trade Operations has issued an alert regarding the incident, adding to growing concerns about security threats targeting commercial shipping in a vital energy corridor.