when did iran attack a cargo ship

Iran’s attack on a cargo ship was reported on Thursday, June 25, 2026 , in the Strait of Hormuz. News reports on June 26 said the strike had happened the day before and was described as a drone or projectile attack on a commercial vessel.

What was reported

• The vessel was described as a cargo or commercial ship transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
• Several reports said the attack came after Iranian warnings about shipping routes in the area.

• Coverage on June 26 said the incident triggered retaliatory U.S. strikes on Iranian targets.

Date at a glance

Event| Reported date
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Iran attack on cargo ship| June 25, 2026
Major follow-up coverage| June 26, 2026

The exact wording varies by outlet, but the clearest reported date is June 25, 2026.