Missile

Missile event in Strait of Hormuz, 2 nautical miles north of Salib area, Oman on Wed 4th March 2026

4th March 2026

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A small feeder containership, Safeen Prestige, became the fourth vessel targeted by the Iranians in and around the Straits of Hormuz over the past 24 hours. The Royal Navy of Oman reports it evacuated the crew from the vessel and that they were safe and receiving medical attention.

The 23,425-dwt vessel has been owned since 2022 by Safeen Feeders, a part of the AD Ports Group. With a capacity of 1,740 TEU, it operates a regional feeder service and was traveling from Dubai to Saudi Arabia.

The vessel reported being hit by two missiles while it was near the Strait of Hormuz at midday on March 4. Reports place the ship two nautical miles north of Salib, Oman, and it was underway when it was struck above the waterline. The ship experienced an engine room fire. The Oman News Agency reported that there was a crew of 24 aboard the vessel, which is registered in Malta.

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( Strait of Hormuz, 2 nautical miles north of Salib area )

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