Two Singapore-registered vessels struck in Strait of Hormuz; one sinks

Oct 14 (Reuters) - The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) said two Singapore-registered container vessels were struck by unknown projectiles while transiting the Strait of Hormuz, with one vessel sinking after catching fire and the other sustaining hull damage. • The GFS PRIDE was struck on October 13, sustained damage and a fire, and later sank, MPA said. • All 21 crew members aboard GFS PRIDE were safely evacuated and no injuries were reported.