An Iranian commercial ship is struck near Strait of Hormuz, one person killed, Iran's state media say
An Iranian commercial vessel was struck by a projectile near the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in one death and three injuries. While the UK Maritime Trade Operations confirmed the incident, there has been no official statement from the U.S. military.
Why it matters
The incident occurs in a highly sensitive geopolitical region, raising concerns about maritime security and potential escalation between regional powers.
State-run media say an Iranian commercial vessel was struck early Sunday (September 13, 2026) off Qeshm Island near the Strait of Hormuz, with one person killed and three wounded.
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations separately reported that a vessel was hit by a projectile while transiting the strait, with no details.
There was no immediate statement by the U.S. military, which previously had struck Iranian-flagged vessels as it keeps up a blockade of Iranian ports.
Published - September 13, 2026 11:45 am IST
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