South Korea reports ship hit by unidentified aerial phenomena in Hormuz Strait
May 10, 2026 • Al Jazeera
Incident Report: Ship Damaged by Unidentified Objects in Strait of Hormuz
A South Korean-operated cargo ship was involved in an incident on May 4, where two unidentified flying objects struck the vessel while it was navigating through the Strait of Hormuz. According to reports, the strike caused a fire and resulted in damage to the ship’s stern.
The South Korean government has confirmed that it is conducting an investigation into the incident. Details regarding the nature and origin of the unidentified flying objects are currently unknown.
The cargo ship, which was operated by a Korean company, was reportedly traveling through the Strait of Hormuz when the incident occurred. The exact location and time of the incident have not been disclosed.
The South Korean government has issued a statement confirming that it is investigating the incident and will provide further information as it becomes available.
Source: Al Jazeera