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The Strait of Hormuz is a strategically important oil and gas transportation route that has been subject to periodic incidents amid regional tensions.
The UK Maritime Trade Operations Office (UKMTO) has reported an incident involving a merchant vessel in the Strait of Hormuz.
The vessel was impacted as part of ongoing military activity in the region and authorities are investigating.
MOSCOW, September 9 - RIA Novosti. The UK Maritime Trade Operations Office (UKMTO) has reported an incident involving a merchant vessel in the Strait of Hormuz due to military activity in the region.
"UKMTO has received a report of a merchant vessel in the Strait of Hormuz. Reports indicate that the vessel was impacted as part of ongoing military activity in the region," the department said on its X social media page.
As noted, the authorities are aware of the incident and investigations are underway.

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