UKMTO: Tanker struck by ‘unknown projectile’ off Oman near Strait of Hormuz
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DUBAI, Aug 1 — An “unknown projectile” struck a tanker off the coast of Oman, a British maritime agency said today, as the United States and Iran vie for control of the...
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The vessel reported it was “struck by an unknown projectile which has caused damage to the engine room”, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations agency said.
No injuries were reported in the incident, which occurred 12.5 miles (20.12 kilometres) off the coast of Lima, Oman, according to the agency.
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- Aug 1, 2026
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