Two Ships Flying Singapore Flag Targeted in Strait of Hormuz on Consecutive Days

Singapore's Maritime and Port Authority reported that one of its two damaged ships sank in the Strait of Hormuz.

The Maritime and Ports Authority of Singapore (MPA) announced that two Singapore-flagged container ships were hit by unidentified projectiles while passing through the Strait of Hormuz; One of the ships sank after the fire and the hull of the other ship was damaged. According to Reuters, according to the announcement of the MPA, the "GFS PRIDE" ship was hit on October 13, suffered damage and fire, and then sank. All 21 crew members of "GFS PRIDE" were evacuated safely and no injuries were reported. GFS GISELLE was also hit on October 14 and sustained hull damage, but was able to reach a safe anchorage with its own propulsion. All 22 crew members of GFS GISELLE were safe and no injuries were reported. The MPA said no Singaporeans were on board either of the two ships. The organization also stated that it is in contact with the management company of these ships and is monitoring the situation.