Vessel hit in the Gulf and Strait of Hormuz

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According to Israel Hayom, a vessel was hit today by an unidentified projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported. The captain of a merchant ship issued a distress call after identifying the strike on the nearby vessel, and authorities in the area opened an investigation into the circumstances of the incident.

According to Walla, a vessel was hit by an unidentified attack west of the Strait of Hormuz. According to Ynet, a tanker was hit by two "unidentified munitions" near Saudi Arabia, and according to Arutz Sheva, a tanker was hit by two missiles near the coast of Saudi Arabia, with no crew members harmed according to the report.

According to Israel Hayom, it appears the attack was likely carried out by the Houthis.