⚡The UK Maritime Trade Operations Organization said that a vessel was targeted with an unknown projectile while passing through the Strait of Hormuz and caught fire.

Based on the warning issued, the incident occurred on Monday evening and the report of it was released with a delay.

The warning said the fire has been contained, the vessel is continuing on its route, and the crew is safe. So far, no report on environmental damage or a damage assessment has been published.

The name of the vessel, its flag, and its owner have not been announced, and no group has claimed responsibility for the attack.

Since the end of Esfand, the Islamic Republic has disrupted shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and targeted passing ships.