UKMTO says 11 ships attacked in week to 4 Nov in Hormuz, Arabian Gulf

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) has reported 11 attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and Arabian Gulf in the seven days to November 4, including incidents that left three vessels sunk.

Eight attacks occurred in the Strait of Hormuz and three in the Arabian Gulf, according to UKMTO's weekly overview. Of the 11 incidents, three vessels continued their voyages, five required assistance and three sank.

The report said one dhow was struck by an unidentified projectile on 2 November, killing one crew member, while 13 others were rescued by local authorities.

A Panama-flagged supply vessel was also struck by an unidentified projectile in the Strait of Hormuz on 1 November and reportedly sank after a nearby merchant vessel rescued its crew.