The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations reported on October 1 local time that it had received a third-party report indicating that a tanker was struck by an unidentified flying object while transiting the Strait of Hormuz, sparking a fire.

The UK Maritime Trade Operations stated that all crew members on board are reported to be safe, while the extent of damage to the vessel and the potential environmental impact of the incident remain unclear.

Authorities are currently investigating the matter.