UKMTO says 11 ships attacked in week to 4 Nov in Hormuz, Arabian Gulf

Middle East EyeNovember 7, 2026By Hilal Saki

UKMTO says 11 ships attacked in week to 4 Nov in Hormuz, Arabian Gulf The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) has reported 11 attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and Arabian Gulf in the seven days to November 4, including incidents that left three vessels sunk. Eight attacks occurred in the Strait of Hormuz and three in the Arabian Gulf, according to UKMTO's weekly overview. Of the 11 incidents, three vessels continued their voyages, five required assistance an…

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