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On April 18, 2026, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) issued troubling reports concerning maritime security incidents that unfolded in the vital shipping passage of the Strait of Hormuz. Remarkably, all crew members aboard the affected vessels remained unharmed. The first incident transpired at 09:20 a.m. UTC, approximately 20 nautical miles northeast of Oman, involving the oil tanker 'Sanmar Herald', which was transporting around two million barrels of crude oil. The captain of the vessel alerted authorities that two gunboats, associated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), approached his ship without initiating any communication via VHF radio before they suddenly opened fire. Notably, the Iranian government had previously granted permission for the 'Sanmar Herald' to transit the area. A distress call from one crew member was intercepted, capturing the moment of chaos: “You gave me permission to go… You are firing now! Let me go back!” The distress signal highlighted the IRGC's naval presence, identified as the 'Sepah Navy'. Subsequently, the tanker decisively changed course and headed westward. Fortunately, no injuries or significant damage were reported. Shortly thereafter, at 11:25 a.m. UTC, a separate incident was reported involving a container ship situated 25 nautical miles northeast of Oman. This vessel sustained damage from an unidentified projectile, which affected several containers but fortunately did not result in any fire or environmental hazards. The day's events continued to unfold at 12:08 p.m. UTC, when the bulk carrier 'Jag Arnav', located just three nautical miles off the coast of Oman, detected a splash in close proximity, prompting yet another course correction to ensure safety. In the wake of these alarming incidents, India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri expressed grave concerns regarding the safety of maritime operations in the region during a meeting with the Iranian ambassador in New Delhi. The escalation of attacks in this strategic corridor raises questions about security protocols and future maritime operations.