Attack on Singapore-Flagged Container Ships in Strait of Hormuz Leaves One Vessel Sunk, Crew Rescued
Two Singapore-registered container ships were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in one sinking. All crew members were safely rescued.
Singapore, October 14 (Daily Kiran) : Two Singapore-registered container ships were reportedly attacked in the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday and Wednesday, according to Singapore’s Maritime and Port Authority (MPA). One ship sank after catching fire, while the other sustained damage but managed to reach safety.
The vessel named GFS Pride was severely damaged in the attack and subsequently sank. All 21 crew members aboard were safely evacuated, and there were no reported injuries.
The second ship, GFS Gizel, suffered damage to its outer structure but was able to anchor safely with its engine. This vessel had 22 crew members on board, all of whom are unharmed. The MPA confirmed that no Singaporean citizens were on either ship.
The authority is in contact with the managing company of the vessels and is closely monitoring the situation. The MPA expressed deep concern over the ongoing attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
In a related claim, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced that a container ship sank after hitting a naval mine while attempting to pass through a restricted route. The IRGC’s official news outlet, Sepah News, reported that the ship collided with a mine south of the Strait, leading to an explosion and fire. The Iranian Navy stated that the vessel was carrying over 2,500 containers.
The Iranian Navy has advised other vessels and fishing boats in the area to remain vigilant, warning of potential collisions with floating containers.
Earlier, IRGC Navy Commander Ali Ajami stated that the IRGC maintains constant control over the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz, while the Gulf of Oman is monitored by the Iranian Navy. He emphasized that the security of Iran’s maritime borders is at an unprecedented level, asserting that ships wishing to pass through must obtain permission and comply with international regulations.
Ajami cautioned that Iran would take decisive action against vessels violating maritime rules under alleged provocations from the United States.
This incident follows Iran’s intensified control over the Strait of Hormuz, which began on February 28, after the country claimed that American and Israeli attacks prompted restrictions on the safe passage of vessels owned by or affiliated with these nations.
