Iranian authorities confirmed that a merchant ship was hit by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, in the vicinity of the Hengam and Qeshm islands. The attack resulted in the death of one person and left three wounded. The incident was corroborated by the UK's Commercial Maritime Operations Office, which confirmed the accuracy of the information.
The attack occurred in a scenario of high tension in the region, marked by Iran's blockade of the strategic passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The area has been the scene of confrontations between Iran and the United States, as well as between Iran and Israel, worsening the situation of instability in the area.
The incident precedes a crucial meeting between Iran and other powers, at a time when regional tensions continue to escalate.
