Strait of Hormuz Attack Sparks Tensions | Perth News

0:00It's September 13th. Perth News. Today starts now. AI-powered and ready. A cargo ship got hit off Quesim Island in the Strait of Hormuz, according to Iranian state media. Reports say one person died and four were injured in the incident. This comes just as Iran was planning to talk with regional countries about managing shipping through that critical waterway. The governor of Kesham blamed a terrorist enemy for the attack. The UK maritime trade operations also reported a vessel being struck by a projectile in the Strait, though it's unclear if it's the same incident. They mentioned a fire broke out and local authorities were assisting those on board. This situation brings renewed attention to the Strait of Hormuz, especially after recent threats to shipping in the Red Sea. Iran's president had recently stated that Iran would not be bullied and would not surrender, even as discussions about regional shipping management. We're set to take place. The U.S. military hasn't commented yet. Meanwhile, Iran has been pushing for a plan where ships would pay fees to transit, with

1:03traffic potentially going through Iranian and Omani waters. However, Iran has indicated that opening the waterway is conditional on the U.S. ending its blockade. President Trump recently suggested the conflict with Iran would end this year, possibly after the U.S. midterm elections in November, predicting a drop in gas prices. He also mentioned that Iran is eager to make a deal.