Oil tanker hit by unknown projectile off Oman, engine room damaged
A British maritime agency says an oil tanker was struck by an unidentified projectile off Oman, disabling its engine room but leaving the crew unharmed.
An oil tanker encountered an unknown projectile while navigating off the coast of Oman, resulting in significant damage to its engine room. The vessel sustained damage in territorial waters, leaving the crew unharmed. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) agency reported on Monday that the tanker was struck approximately nine nautical miles northeast of the Shinas area.
While the crew members are accounted for and safe, the extent of any potential environmental impact from the incident remains undetermined. The agency has not disclosed the source of the projectile or identified any entity responsible for the targeted attack. Maritime authorities are maintaining vigilance and monitoring shipping activity in the region, as the risks to vessels and oil tankers continue to pose concerns.
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