Unknown projectile strikes tanker off Saudi coast, UKMTO says

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) has reported that a vessel was hit by an unknown projectile near the coast of Saudi Arabia.

According to available information, the incident occurred 63 nautical miles west of Yanbu, Saudi Arabia.

"The Company Security Officer reported a tanker has been struck by unknown projectile causing a fire to the vessel on the main deck. All crew are safe and accounted for and no environmental impact has been reported," the UKMTO said in a statement.

Furthermore, the agency clarified that authorities are currently investigating the incident and urged all vessels to proceed with caution and report any suspicious activity to the UKMTO.

By Vafa Guliyeva