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Merchant Ships Now Under Attack

The Strait of Hormuz crisis has entered a more dangerous phase this week as commercial vessels are now being directly struck, marking a shift from warnings and disruptions to actual attacks on merchant shipping.

Several merchant ships operating near the Strait of Hormuz were reportedly hit by projectiles over the past few days, including the bulk carrier Mayuree Naree, which caught fire after being struck and was later abandoned by its crew. Maritime security agencies say the vessel was operating in waters close to the Gulf shipping corridor when the attack occurred.

Other commercial vessels have also reported near misses and security incidents, prompting fresh alerts from maritime authorities warning ships to avoid the area where possible.

The attacks come after weeks of rising tensions in the region, during which Iran’s Revolutionary Guard warned that vessels should not attempt to transit the Strait of Hormuz as the conflict escalated. While many shipping companies had already suspended operations through the strait due to insurance and security concerns, these latest incidents show that merchant ships themselves are now becoming direct targets.

In response, maritime security organisations have issued new advisories urging vessels to remain at a significant distance from Iranian territorial waters and to maintain heightened watch for small craft, drones and unidentified projectiles.

The situation has also prompted increased military activity in the region. US and coalition naval forces have stepped up patrols across the Gulf, while discussions are underway about the possibility of naval escorts for commercial vessels should ships attempt to resume transits through the strait.

For global shipping, the development represents a serious escalation. Direct attacks on merchant vessels significantly increase the risks facing crews and operators, and further reduce the likelihood that commercial shipping will return to normal operations in the region anytime soon.

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