The British Navy's maritime surveillance agency UKMTO also reports on X that a ship has been hit by a projectile while passing through the strait. Later, UKMTO says a fire broke out on board.
The state news agency Irna cites information from the governor of Qeshm. According to him, the person killed is a crew member on board.
The incident occurred early Saturday morning, local time, and it is still unclear what damage the ship sustained. It is also unclear what type of projectile was involved.
Ships have been attacked on several occasions while passing through the strait during the period when the war between the United States and Iran has been ongoing.
The United States has not commented on the details of the incident.
