Black smoke billows from oil tanker near Strait of Hormuz

Footage near the Strait of Hormuz shows a Palau-flagged oil tanker engulfed in flames following a strike from an unidentified projectile, as reported by Oman’s maritime security center. At least three ships have been hit in the area, prompting more than 150 other vessels to anchor offshore to avoid entering the strait. This incident raises concerns over maritime safety in a crucial global shipping route.

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