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Oil tanker reportedly attacked in Strait of Hormuz region

By Leila Minkara and Umut Uras
Published On 14 Oct 2026

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  • One ship is taken down by a projectile while another sinks after hitting a sea mine as attacks on the Strait of Hormuz continue and traffic slows dramatically.
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