The container ship GFS Pride sank near the Strait of Hormuz after being hit by a projectile, according to maritime security sources cited by the Jerusalem Post.
A navigational warning from the Hydrographer of Pakistan, dated October 14, reported the sinking of the GFS Pride with floating containers and cautioned mariners. A second vessel, the bulk carrier Cape Dao, flagged in Antigua and Barbuda and hit on September 23, is reported to be sinking after an unsuccessful rescue attempt, according to Vanguard.