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A fresh maritime security scare has emerged near the Strait of Hormuz after a commercial bulk carrier was reportedly struck by an unknown projectile 23 nautical miles northeast of Doha, Qatar. According to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO), the vessel suffered minor damage and a small fire broke out onboard, which was later extinguished. Authorities confirmed that no casualties or environmental damage were reported. The incident comes at a time of heightened tensions in the Gulf region, where concerns over maritime security and the safety of global oil shipping routes remain high. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most critical energy corridors, handling a major share of global crude oil shipments.