Oil tanker hit in suspected attack near Strait of Hormuz
A crude oil tanker was struck by unknown munitions off Oman with no injuries or pollution reported.
KEY POINTS
- Crude oil tanker hit by unknown munitions 7.4 km east of Oman
- All crew safe, no injuries or oil spill reported
- Iran says three targeted tankers linked to UAE
- UKMTO issues security alert for Gulf of Oman and Basra
- Investigation underway by security authorities
A crude oil tanker sailing about 7.4 kilometres east of Oman was struck on its port side by unidentified munitions, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations agency. The vessel's captain reported the incident and all crew members are safe with no injuries.
Iran's Fars Gulf Waterways Administration said three tankers targeted in recent days are linked to the United Arab Emirates. Iranian state television IRIB reported an explosion on a tanker that had allegedly switched off its tracking system while entering the strait.
“All crew members are safe and no injuries were sustained”
Authorities have launched a wide-ranging investigation into the attack. UKMTO has urged all mariners in the Gulf of Oman and the Gulf of Basra to maintain heightened security measures and report any suspicious activity immediately.
The incident has renewed concerns over navigation safety in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments. No oil spill or environmental damage has been reported so far.
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