Tanker hit by 2 projectiles off Oman: UK maritime agency
Baku, November 4, AZERTAC
A tanker reported being struck by two unidentified projectiles off the coast of Oman on Tuesday, Anadolu Agency reported, citing the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) center.
The incident occurred at 1900GMT about 14 nautical miles northeast of Limah. The tanker’s company security officer reported that both projectiles hit the engine room, according to the agency.
No casualties or environmental impact were reported. The agency did not identify the tanker or say where the projectiles came from.
UKMTO advised vessels to proceed with caution and to report any suspicious activity while authorities investigate.
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