South Korea says unidentified aircraft hit cargo ship in Hormuz sparking flames and smoke

Published on 10 May 2026

Two aircraft struck the ballast tank minutes apart

South Korea says two unidentified aircraft struck the HMM Namu cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, causing flames and smoke. Seoul’s foreign ministry made the claim on Sunday, after the fire-damaged vessel reached Dubai. The ministry says the aircraft hit the port-side ballast tank’s outer plate at roughly one-minute intervals, escalating concerns over maritime security.

Seoul alleges unidentified aircraft attacked the HMM Namu
The strike hit a port-side ballast tank, triggering flames and smoke
Attack reportedly occurred about one minute apart between two aircraft
The fire-damaged ship later arrived in Dubai

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South Korea says unidentified aircraft hit cargo ship in Hormuz sparking flames and smoke

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