Cargo Vessel Hit by Projectile in Gulf, Causing Large Explosion

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Cargo Vessel Hit by Projectile in Gulf, Causing Large Explosion

A cargo vessel travelling through the Gulf was struck by an unidentified projectile, triggering a large explosion, The Caspian Post reports, citing the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO).

The incident took place approximately 40 nautical miles (74 kilometers) southeast of Umm Qasr, Iraq.

UKMTO said it is not aware of any environmental impact resulting from the incident.

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Cargo Vessel Hit by Projectile in Gulf, Causing Large Explosion

A cargo vessel travelling through the Gulf was struck by an unidentified projectile, triggering a large explosion, The Caspian Post reports, citing the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO).