The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) has released details of a maritime security incident that occurred yesterday, involving a commercial tanker operating in the Strait of Hormuz region.
According to the advisory, the tanker was sailing approximately 19 nautical miles east of Khasab, Oman, when it was struck by an unknown projectile, causing minor structural damage to the vessel's port side.
UKMTO confirmed that all crew members were safe and accounted for, with no injuries or environmental pollution reported. The vessel remained fully operational and continued its voyage to its next scheduled port of call.
The circumstances surrounding the incident remain under investigation by the relevant authorities, while UKMTO continues to advise vessels transiting the region to maintain vigilance and promptly report any suspicious activity.
The incident underscores the continued security concerns in one of the world's busiest maritime trade routes, despite the absence of casualties or operational disruption in this case.
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