Tanker struck by multiple projectiles off Qatar coast; UKMTO reports rising Hormuz attacks

A tanker was hit by multiple projectiles off Qatar's north coast, per UKMTO, amid a reported increase in attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. The attack follows a pattern of maritime incidents in the region, but the specific perpetrator and extent of damage remain unconfirmed. This escalation threatens shipping security in a critical oil chokepoint, potentially impacting global energy flows.