An oil tanker was struck by an unidentified projectile off the coast of Oman on Tuesday, leaving the vessel inoperable, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported.
The incident occurred approximately nine nautical miles northeast of Ash Shishah, Oman. The projectile damaged the vessel’s engine room, according to UKMTO’s alert. All crew members were reported safe, with no immediate injuries reported.
The environmental impact of the strike remained unclear as of the latest update. UKMTO did not provide further details on the projectile’s origin or the tanker’s identity, ownership, or cargo. The agency issued an advisory to vessels in the area following the incident.
Maritime security risks in the Gulf of Oman have heightened in recent years amid regional tensions. The UKMTO has previously issued warnings related to vessel safety and navigation in the area, though no specific threats were cited in this update.
