Times of India
AsiaPac · 27 mins ago
Oil tanker hit at Hormuz: US accuses Iran of attacking 2 commercial ships, mulls action
According to two US officials, Iran's military fired at least two missiles at commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday nightAn oil tanker caught fire after being struck by an "unknown projectile" while transiting the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Oman, British maritime authorities said on Tuesday, in an incident that has heightened tensions in one of the world's most critical energy shipping routes.The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said the tanker was travelling southbound near Limah, Oman, when it was hit on its port side, triggering a fire.The agency said there were no casualties or environmental damage and advised vessels to exercise caution while transiting the area. Authorities are investigating the incident.US officials blame Iran for attacksAccordi
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