French giant CMA CGM reported that its 2,824 TEU vessel, the San Antonio, was attacked while transiting the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in injuries to crew members and damage to the ship, according to Jeddah's Arab News.

The incident occurred on Tuesday and marks the latest disruption in this crucial shipping route amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The war has blocked hundreds of vessels and brought approximately 20 percent of global oil trade to a standstill.

CMA CGM stated that the injured crew members were evacuated and are currently receiving medical care. The company declined to provide further comments. Last month, one of its ships was targeted by warning shots in the strait, although no crew members were harmed in that incident.

The French carrier, which is the world's third-largest container line, reported that 14 of its vessels were stranded in the Gulf at the onset of the US-Israeli war with Iran. One ship, the CMA CGM Kribi, successfully exited the strait in early April.

The Maltese-flagged San Antonio was en route to Mundra in India, as indicated by shipping data. US President Donald Trump mentioned that he would briefly pause an escort operation in the strait, citing progress toward a comprehensive agreement with Iran.