The Economic Times

Tanker set ablaze after being struck by projectile in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Oman

A tanker traveling near Oman caught fire early Tuesday after a projectile strike. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations Centre confirmed the vessel was hit while heading south. Authorities are currently investigating the incident and its cause. There were no immediate reports of environmental impact from the strike. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack, though Iran is suspected.