An oil tanker was struck by an unknown projectile and disabled off Oman's coast in the Strait of Hormuz on August 25, 2026, highlighting shipping vulnerabilities as Iran maintains control over the waterway. The incident underscores escalating maritime risks in one of the world's most critical energy corridors.
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An oil tanker was disabled after being struck by an unknown projectile off Oman, underscoring shipping risks as Iran maintains tight control over the Strait of Hormuz.
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