Attacks around the Strait of Hormuz have intensified over the past 10 days as Iran retaliates against a US blockade of its ports and tighter sanctions|EH|CC BY 2.0
A cargo ship sank near the Strait of Hormuz after separate projectile attacks in the past 24 hours, raising fresh concerns about commercial shipping safety along the critical global trade route.
A Singapore-flagged container ship sank on Tuesday after sustaining damage and catching fire.
Singapore’s Maritime and Port Authority confirmed that all 21 crew members escaped safely, with no injuries reported.
In a separate incident, an Antigua and Barbuda-flagged bulk carrier Cape Dao also sank near the strait. The vessel had suffered a projectile strike on September 23. One crew member died, while the remaining crew members evacuated safely.
Attacks around the waterway have intensified over the past 10 days as Iran retaliates against a US blockade of its ports and tighter sanctions.
The Strait of Hormuz handled roughly one-fifth of global oil and liquefied natural gas trade before the war, making the escalating attacks a major concern for energy markets and international shipping.