Update on cruise ship allegedly targetted by Iran while exiting the Arabian Gulf
An unconfirmed report of an incident involving Mein Schiff 4 has emerged following the vessel’s transit of the Strait of Hormuz on April 18th, 2026.
According to France 24, a cruise ship was threatened by Iranian naval forces, while the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported a cruise ship sighted a “splash” near the vessel.
UKMTO did not confirm which vessel reported the incident. MSC Euribia, Mein Schiff 4, and Mein Schiff 5 were all sailing in close proximity in the Strait at the time of the incident.
Update on cruise ship allegedly targetted by Iran while exiting the Arabian Gulf

