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Container Ships Attacked in Strait of Hormuz: Tensions Rise

3/11/2026

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On March 11, 2026, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported two container ships were hit by unidentified projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz and off the United Arab Emirates.
Incidents caused fires on board but did not harm the crew.
Iran has threatened to close the vital trade route amid missile threats.
The United States has offered to escort ships through the Strait, but no escort has occurred.

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Story summary

On March 11, 2026, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported two container ships were hit by unidentified projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz and off the United Arab Emirates.
Incidents caused fires on board but did not harm the crew.
Iran has threatened to close the vital trade route amid missile threats.
The United States has offered to escort ships through the Strait, but no escort has occurred.