Cargo ship struck by unknown projectile off the coast of Oman

On June 26, 2026, the Singapore-flagged container ship Ever Lovely was struck by an unknown projectile 7.5 nautical miles southeast of Dahit, Oman. The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) confirmed that the strike caused damage to the ship's bridge, but there were no casualties or environmental impact. While local authorities are investigating, some U.S. officials alleged the attack was carried out by Iranian forces, a claim that Tehran has not confirmed. In response to the incident, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) has temporarily suspended an operation designed to evacuate hundreds of ships and thousands of sailors from the region. The incident occurred despite a reported ceasefire between Washington and Tehran. Following the news, crude oil prices fell by more than 3% amid ongoing concerns about maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz. Several tankers have continued to enter the Gulf to collect oil despite the elevated security risks.