LONDON, AUG 8: A ship was hit by a projectile off Oman in the Strait of Hormuz, causing a fire that was extinguished but no casualties, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO).

“A verified source has reported that a vessel was struck by an unknown projectile which caused a fire that has been extinguished. There is no reported environmental impact. The vessel and crew are reported as safe,” it said.