LPG tanker hit by debris in Strait of Hormuz; crew safe: UKMTO

September 22, 2026 1:06 AM

LPG tanker hit by debris in Strait of Hormuz; crew safe: UKMTO

An LPG tanker was hit by debris from unknown projectiles while transiting outbound from the Strait of Hormuz, following a similar incident earlier in the day, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said on Monday. The UKMTO said it had received a delayed report of the incident from the vessel's master. All crew members were reported safe, and no environmental impact was reported. The tanker will continue to its next port of call while authorities investigate the incident, the UKM...

India Summons Pakistan Charge d’Affaires Over Naval Collision, Lodges Strong Protest

September 16, 2026 2:29 PM

India Summons Pakistan Charge d’Affaires Over Naval Collision, Lodges Strong Protest

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Wednesday summoned the Charge d’Affaires of the Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi and lodged a strong protest over the “unacceptable and unprofessional conduct” of Pakistani naval units at sea that led to a collision with a unit of the Indian Navy. The ministry said the incident occurred in international waters and did not cause any major damage. “While the incident, which took place in international waters, did not cause any major damage, ...