Washington, D.C. [US], September 17 (ANI): An assault involving multiple Iranian drones and a missile targeted a US-contracted vessel near the Strait of Hormuz earlier this week, resulting in minor injuries among the crew, according to US media reports on Wednesday.
Fox News cited two individuals familiar with the matter, reporting that the strike involved four Iranian drones and at least one missile, with a projectile making a direct impact while the ship navigated the strategic waterway.
The attack led to minor injuries, including cases of smoke inhalation among personnel who are currently receiving medical treatment in an unspecified Gulf nation, reports indicated. The vessel also carried several US personnel at the time of the incident.
The reported maritime strike comes amid persistent tensions between Washington and Tehran following months of active military conflict. Hostilities began on February 28, 2026, with ongoing skirmishes across the Gulf and broader regional areas, frequently disrupting commercial shipping lanes around the Strait of Hormuz through mutual strikes and countermeasures.
The vital shipping corridor serves as a critical global chokepoint, normally handling approximately one-fifth of the world’s petroleum and liquefied natural gas shipments.
The development follows a series of maritime confrontations, characterized by Iranian claims of vessel strikes near the strait and US military operations targeting Iranian installations linked to perceived threats to commercial navigation.
Official confirmation of the incident has not been issued by either Washington or Tehran. (ANI)
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