Two vessels attacked near Strait of Hormuz hours apart
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Key Points:
- An oil tanker was struck by unknown projectiles near the Strait of Hormuz late Sunday, marking the second vessel attack in the Persian Gulf within about eight hours, with all crew reported safe and no environmental damage.
- Earlier Sunday, a bulk carrier was attacked by multiple small craft near Sirik, Iran, with no reported injuries to the crew.
- The UK Maritime Trade Operations has advised vessels to transit the Strait of Hormuz with caution amid a critical maritime security threat level, intensified by the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports.
- U.S. President Donald Trump announced "Project Freedom" aimed at assisting neutral-flagged ships trapped in the Persian Gulf due to ongoing conflicts since February 28, though details remain sparse.
- Over two dozen vessels have been attacked in the Strait of Hormuz since the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran began, highlighting escalating regional tensions.
