Bulk Carrier Attacked by Small Craft Near Iran Amid US-Iran Tensions
A bulk carrier was attacked by multiple small craft off the coast of Iran near the Strait of Hormuz, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). The incident occurred 11 nautical miles west of Sirik, Iran, but all crew members were reported safe, and no environmental impact was noted. This event takes place against the backdrop of heightened tensions in the region, with Iran maintaining control over the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil and gas shipments. The United States has imposed a counter-blockade on Iranian ports, redirecting commercial vessels to enforce the blockade. 
