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On Saturday, a tanker was hit by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in damage to its bridge, although all crew members were confirmed safe, as reported by the UKMTO of Britain. This incident follows a cargo ship attack that occurred on Thursday and marks the most significant escalation between the US and Iran since the signing of a temporary peace agreement two weeks prior. Additionally, Bahrain reported an Iranian drone strike, with accusations of ceasefire violations exchanged between Washington and Tehran. This resurgence of violence jeopardizes ongoing efforts to ensure secure two-way shipping in this crucial energy corridor.
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00:00A fresh tanker strike has raised tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
00:03Britain's Maritime Security Agency says a tanker was hit by a projectile on Saturday.
00:08The vessel's bridge was damaged, but all crew members were reported safe.
00:13The incident came after a cargo ship attack on Thursday.
00:16It also marks the worst escalation between the United States and Iran
00:20since their interim peace deal two weeks ago.
00:23Washington says it struck Iranian targets overnight.
00:27Tehran says it launched defensive attacks on U.S.-linked military targets in response.
00:32Bahrain also reported an Iranian drone attack on its territory.
00:36Both sides are now accusing each other of violating the ceasefire agreement.
00:40Iran says ships must follow its approved routes through the Strait.
00:44The United States has promoted a southern shipping lane near Oman.
00:48The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world's most important energy routes.
00:53Hundreds of ships were previously trapped inside the Gulf during the conflict.
00:57Oil prices had fallen as traffic started to reopen.
01:01But the latest tanker strike could again raise concerns over shipping safety and global energy supply.
01:07It hit the Ruston's on the north at a 7 men odd any way.
01:07It hit the TITCO SHEA filter as a threat for a ghost island.
01:08TITCO SHEAW-4
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