Two vessels fired upon near Strait of Hormuz as ships caught between Iran and US blockades

Two ships have been attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions in a key global shipping route. The UK Maritime Trade Operations says one vessel was targeted off the coast of Iran. Another container ship, reportedly the MSC Francesca, was fired upon northeast of Oman, sustaining heavy damage. Iranian media claims the attack followed the vessel’s failure to heed warnings, describing it as enforcement of maritime rules. The situation in the strait remains highly volatile, with both Iranian and United States forces affecting navigation. Gulf states are calling for de-escalation and the reopening of the vital shipping lane. Mediation efforts, including those led by Pakistan, aim to bring both sides back to negotiations. Al Jazeera’s Malik Traina reports from Kuwait City. Subscribe to our channel: bit.ly
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