A cargo vessel has reportedly been struck by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). The vessel is said to be on fire and adrift after the reported incident, with all crew members evacuated. UKMTO has also reported two casualties, while details surrounding the incident remain unclear. There has been no confirmed attribution for the reported strike so far. The incident comes amid heightened regional tensions and renewed concerns over the safety of commercial shipping in the strategically important waterway. Authorities are expected to assess the damage and determine what caused the vessel to be hit.