Tanker in Strait of Hormuz hit by limpet mines, security sources say
A small boat attached two explosives to the tanker’s hull, causing an engine-room fire that was extinguished and leaving 27 Indian seafarers unharmed.
- On Friday, a Panama-flagged tanker, MT LOUISE 1, was struck by limpet mines in the Strait of Hormuz, triggering explosions and an engine-room fire that temporarily disabled the vessel.
- All 27 Indian seafarers aboard were confirmed safe with no injuries; the crew extinguished the fire and the tanker resumed its voyage toward its next port.
- Maritime security sources reported a small boat attached two limpet mines to the hull, while Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal confirmed all crew members were safe.
- The incident occurred one day after a projectile attack on the Liberia-flagged VLCC MT ARZANAH on Thursday, which also carried Indian nationals and highlighted escalating regional threats.
- This strike marks the first reported successful use of limpet mines against a vessel in the waterway since the US-Iran conflict began in February, signaling increased operational risks.
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