UKMTO says threat to Hormuz shipping 'severe', further attacks 'highly likely'

The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported that the threat to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz remains severe, with eight attacks involving projectiles of unknown origin occurring on October 11 and 13. UKMTO warned that further attacks are highly likely, citing persistent IRGC activity including UAV overflights and surveillance, which demonstrates Iran's intent to assert presence and pressure vessels transiting key routes.