UKMTO says a tanker was struck by a drone while transiting outbound through the Strait of Hormuz
A drone strike on a tanker and U.S. threats of an indefinite naval blockade have driven oil prices toward a 4% weekly gain despite high inventory data.
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"UKMTO has received a report of an incident in the Strait of Hormuz. UKMTO has received reports from Military Authorities that a tanker was struck by a Uncrewed Ariel Vehicle (UAV) whilst conducting an outbound transit of the Strait of Hormuz. The vessel was subject to minor damage, crew are reported as safe and accounted for and no environmental impact has been reported. Vessels are advised to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity to UKMTO."
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