Fatal Vessel Collision in Strait of Hormuz Results in One Death and Three Injuries

Published on 13/09/2026 – 7:50 GMT+2

The incident occurred shortly after 5:00 am local time (0130 GMT) near the islands of Hengam and Qeshm, when a merchant vessel was struck, resulting in one fatality and three injuries, according to Iranian authorities. The clash highlights the ongoing tensions between Iran and the United States over the strategic waterway.

Qeshm city governor Amir Teymouri confirmed the details on state television, stating that a merchant vessel was hit off the coasts of Hengam and Qeshm islands at around 5:00 am (0130 GMT). He reported one death and three injuries, while the cause of the strike remains unspecified.

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