August 18, 2026 Headlines

Shipping and route security

Vessel struck by unknown projectile in Strait of Hormuz, crew casualty reported, UKMTO says : Reuters - Middle East - CAPACITY OFFLINE - UKMTO said an outbound vessel was struck by an unknown projectile, damaging its engine room and causing a crew casualty as Hormuz crossings remained in single digits.

Iran’s Attacks on Ships in Hormuz Mount, Testing U.S. Military Restraint : The Wall Street Journal (Subscription) - Middle East - CAPACITY OFFLINE - The UAE Defense Ministry said Iran fired two ballistic missiles toward Hormuz maritime traffic on August 18; both fell into the sea after triggering air defenses.

Hormuz Strait to remain shut until U.S. meets interim deal conditions, Iran says : Reuters - Middle East - CAPACITY OFFLINE - Iran said Hormuz will remain shut until the U.S. meets June 17 interim-deal conditions, including lifting port and oil restrictions, releasing frozen assets and ending military operations.