Tanker hit by multiple projectiles in Gulf off Qatar, maritime agency says
Casualties have been reported on the vessel, identified by a maritime intelligence firm as the oil and chemical tanker, Acers.
A tanker vessel was targeted by missiles near Qatar. According to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations, the incident occurred about 51 nautical miles from Madinat ash Shamal. The agency reported that the vessel came under a missile attack in waters near the Qatari city.
The UKMTO also reported that the tanker was struck by multiple projectiles, resulting in casualties, approximately 94 kilometers north of Madinat ash Shamal, as per Arutz Sheva - Israel National News.
The incident adds to the security risks around the Strait of Hormuz, which have been affecting oil markets. Brent has struggled to fall decisively below $100 despite the recovery in Gulf crude exports, with freight rates, war-risk insurance, and inefficient alternative shipping routes remaining exceptionally expensive.
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