Indian Tanker Targeted in First-Ever Limpet Mine Attack in Hormuz

A tanker named MT LOUISE 1, carrying 27 Indian seafarers, was targeted in a limpet mine attack in the Strait of Hormuz on October 29th. The attack resulted in a fire breaking out in the vessel's engine room. The Strait of Hormuz is a vital global oil export route, connecting the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea. The incident highlights the ongoing security concerns in the region, which has witnessed repeated attacks since the escalation of tensions between the US and Iran.