3 tankers hit in latest attacks in Hormuz within 24 hours amid US-Iran tensions

A third commercial tanker has been struck in the Strait of Hormuz within 24 hours, raising fresh concerns about the security of one of the world's busiest energy corridors as tensions between the United States and Iran continue to simmer despite an interim memorandum of understanding that paused hostilities and was meant to pave the way for negotiations on a permanent peace deal.

The latest incident involved a tanker that was hit by an unidentified projectile, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO), the British naval agency that monitors shipping in the region. While no casualties or damage were reported, the attack has intensified fears that commercial vessels passing through the narrow waterway are once again becoming targets.

It follows two separate attacks reported



earlier on Tuesday, including a strike on a Qatari liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier and damage to a Saudi-flagged crude oil tanker.

In a post on X, UKMTO said the latest vessel had suffered structural damage after being hit by an unidentified projectile.

"The tanker was struck by an unidentified projectile and is believed to have structural damage," the agency said. Officials said no injuries had been reported and there was no immediate indication of pollution or an oil spill.

UKMTO added that investigations are continuing and urged ships sailing through the Strait of Hormuz to remain alert. The agency advised vessels "to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity."

No group immediately claimed responsibility for the latest attack.