https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/vessel-struck-by-unknown-projectile-in-strait-of-hormuz-crew-casualty-reported-ukmto-saysContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/vessel-struck-by-unknown-projectile-in-strait-of-hormuz-crew-casualty-reported-ukmto-sayshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/vessel-struck-by-unknown-projectile-in-strait-of-hormuz-crew-casualty-reported-ukmto-says#u45147Wed, 19 Aug 2026 08:25:30 +0000A vessel was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in a crew casualty, according to the UKMTO. The incident occurred as tensions rise in the region, with the US-Iran ceasefire expiry risking prolonged conflict. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical waterway for global oil shipments.Why it mattersThe Strait of Hormuz is a vital shipping lane for oil and other goods, with around 20% of global oil exports passing through it. The region has seen increased tensions in recent years, with Iran and the US having a history of conflict. The incident comes as the US-Iran ceasefire expiry looms, riskin