Deadly attack on cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz

The ship is on fire and drifting, according to reports of Wednesday's attack. All crew members have been evacuated and two deaths have been reported.

Trade through the Strait of Hormuz has been severely restricted since the US and Israel attacked Iran in February this year, triggering a wider conflict in the region. Iran is blocking the strait and the US Navy is blocking Iranian maritime traffic in the area.