Liberian ship fired on in Strait of Hormuz

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A Liberian-registered container ship, the Epaminondas, was fired upon by a manned gunboat approximately 20 nautical miles off the coast of Oman in the Strait of Hormuz early Wednesday. The vessel's management company confirmed the incident, stating that while the ship sustained damage to its bridge, all crew members were safe.

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A container ship was fired upon while transiting the Strait of Hormuz early on Wednesday, its management company said. Technomar said the Liberian-registered Epaminondas was approached and targeted by a manned gunboat about 20 nautical miles off the coast of Oman.

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