Strait of Hormuz – In a shocking and brazen aerial attack just 13 minutes ago, a Russian-made Yak-141 supersonic VTOL fighter struck a U.S.-flagged cargo ship carrying 12,000 tons of aviation and marine fuel in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz.

The vessel, identified as the MV Pacific Resolute, was hit by at least one missile or precision strike from the Yak-141, causing immediate explosions and raging fires on deck. Thick black smoke is rising visibly from the ship as it continues to burn uncontrollably while attempting emergency damage control.

U.S. Navy destroyers and aircraft from the nearby carrier strike group are racing to the scene to provide ᴀssistance and secure the area. Initial reports indicate the attack was carried out by an aircraft operating from Iranian-controlled airspace, raising serious questions about direct Russian or Iranian involvement in this aggressive provocation.

The cargo ship was transporting critical fuel supplies intended for U.S. and allied forces operating in the region. A direct hit on such a high-value target loaded with thousands of tons of flammable fuel represents a major escalation and a serious threat to maritime security in one of the world’s most important energy corridors.

Pentagon officials have been briefed and are coordinating an immediate response. This attack comes amid heightened tensions as Iran continues its campaign of retaliation against U.S. and allied ᴀssets.

This is a rapidly developing and extremely dangerous situation. If confirmed as a deliberate strike, it could dramatically widen the conflict and force an even stronger American military response.

The world is watching closely as American naval forces move to protect the burning vessel and hunt down those responsible.