CMA CGM Vessel San Antonio Attacked in Strait of Hormuz
The San Antonio was struck by a projectile during a night transit near Oman, resulting in eight injured crew members. While another vessel successfully exited the Gulf, shipping risks remain high as the United States pauses its escort operation amid ongoing diplomatic talks with Iran.
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France-based CMA CGM reported its container ship San Antonio was hit by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday evening. The attack injured eight crew members as conflict between the United States and Iran disrupts 20% of global oil trade. Shipping risks elevate costs for Brent Crude Oil and threaten global supply chains while U.S. escort operations remain paused.
