Tanker struck by unknown projectile off Oman coast, UK agency says

A tanker has been struck by an unidentified projectile off the coast of Oman, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) Coordination Centre.

In a statement, UKMTO said it received reports of an incident approximately six nautical miles east of Oman, where a tanker was hit in the bow by what was described as an unknown projectile, Caliber.Az reports. 

The agency said the vessel’s crew is safe and there is no reported threat to the marine environment. Despite the incident, the tanker has continued on its planned voyage to its next port of call.

Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the strike.

By Sabina Mammadli