Iranian Cargo Ship Attacked in Strait of Hormuz, One Crew Member Killed

An Iranian container ship was attacked near Hengam Island in the Strait of Hormuz on 13 September 2026, killing one crew member. The attack further escalates the security crisis in one of the world’s most vital maritime chokepoints, through which around 20% of global oil supplies pass.

The ongoing instability in the Strait of Hormuz is causing continued uncertainty in global energy markets. Previous incidents this year have already put upward pressure on oil prices. Investigators are working to determine who carried out the attack.