Iraq’s Transport Ministry said on Sept. 9 a Panama‑flagged fuel tanker was struck by an unidentified object at 05:30 local time in Iraqi territorial waters, causing hull damage. There were no casualties and no cargo leakage. Security and maritime authorities isolated and are monitoring the vessel and conducting surveys of surrounding waters to check for spills, other damage and navigation risks. Authorities are investigating the incident and probing the origin and cause of the strike.