Qatar LNG carrier struck by ‘unidentified objects’ in Gulf
Summary
The Qatari LNG carrier Al Mayeda was struck by unidentified objects in the Gulf on Friday evening, Qatar Gas Transport Company said Sunday. No crew members were injured and no environmental damage was reported; the vessel remains operational while the impact is assessed.Key Facts
- Al Mayeda belongs to Qatar Gas Transport Company.
- The company said the vessel was hit by unidentified objects on Friday evening.
- The company reported that the crew was unharmed and there was no environmental damage.
- The vessel was in safe condition and operational, according to the company.
- More than 120 commercial ships have been hit since the war began, according to the International Maritime Organization and UK Maritime Trade Operations data.
- The article reports that at least 29 ships were hit in October, making it the worst month of the war.
- Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz early in the war and has warned vessels that pass without its permission.
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