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Two Ships Sink Near Hormuz Following Projectile Strikes Amid Rising Tensions

October 16, 2026 • 2 hours ago •

LONDON: A container ship and a dry bulk carrier sank near the Strait of Hormuz in separate incidents over the past 24 hours after being struck by projectiles, maritime officials reported on Wednesday.

The Singapore-flagged GFS Pride, a small container vessel with a capacity of 2,824 TEU, sank while navigating through the strait. The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore confirmed that the vessel sustained significant damage and caught fire before sinking, although all 21 crew members were safely evacuated without injuries.

In a separate incident, the Antigua and Barbuda-flagged Cape Dao sank close to the strait weeks after it was previously struck by a projectile on September 23, according to data from the International Maritime Organisation. This surge in maritime attacks comes amid heightened tensions in the region, with Iran asserting that it is intensifying strikes in retaliation for the US blockade of its ports and the imposition of tougher sanctions last month.

The recent incidents raise concerns over maritime safety and the potential for further escalation in the already volatile region. Shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz are crucial for global oil supplies, and continued attacks could disrupt international trade and heighten geopolitical tensions. Investigations into the incidents are expected to be launched by maritime authorities.