Cargo ship attacked off Iran approaching Strait of Hormuz
🔴 Tension RisingSeatrade Maritime News2026-05-03
A cargo ship was attacked off Iran approaching the Strait of Hormuz by multiple small vessels, marking the first reported incident since Iran seized container ships in April. This escalation highlights the impact of the US-Iran conflict on the global maritime industry and shipping markets. The vessel switched off its transponder and reported all crew safe.