A tanker traveling westbound was approached by an unauthorised vessel approximately 136 nautical miles east of Mukalla, Yemen, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported on Thursday.
The incident occurred in a region where maritime security remains a persistent concern due to regional instability and heightened risks of piracy or unauthorized approaches. The UKMTO did not disclose the type of tanker involved, its flag, or the nature of the unauthorised vessel.
No additional information was released regarding the tanker’s status, the crew’s safety, or whether any contact or interaction occurred between the two vessels. The UKMTO also did not confirm whether the incident had concluded or if further maritime advisories were issued.
