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Two merchant vessels have been struck by unidentified projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz in separate incidents, raising concerns about maritime security despite a recent US-Iran memorandum. On June 25, a cargo ship was hit south of the strait near Oman’s coast, causing damage to the bridge but no casualties Source: infobae. On June 27, an oil tanker was also hit by a projectile, suffering similar damage and no injuries Source: infobae. Both attacks were reported by the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO), which is investigating.
The June 25 attack is noted as the first since the June 17 memorandum between the US and Iran to end hostilities and reopen the strait Source: diariolibree. This incident comes as the International Maritime Organization (IMO) had just announced a plan to evacuate 11,000 stranded sailors, with two safe corridors Source: diariolibree. The IMO also abruptly canceled a press conference on the situation, citing urgent matters Source: infobae. Despite the memorandum, tensions remain high, and UKMTO advises vessels to exercise caution.
“el capitán del petrolero comunicó que el buque "fue alcanzado por un proyectil no identificado" y señaló que "la embarcación sufrió daños en el puente de mando, aunque todos los miembros de la tripulación se encuentran a salvo".”
“recibió un informe de un buque de mercancías que había sido atacado "por un proyectil desconocido en el costado de estribor", provocando daños en el puente de mando, aunque sin causar víctimas ni "impacto medioambiental"”
“sería el primer ataque que se registra en la zona en 8 días y también el primero desde que Estados Unidos e Irán firmasen su memorando de entendimiento para poner fin a las hostilidades y reabrir el tráfico en Ormuz.”
Projectile Hits Cargo Ship in Strait of Hormuz, UKMTO Reports