Tanker reports waterline explosion off Oman as maritime activity remains disrupted in Strait of Hormuz An oil tanker transiting the Strait of Hormuz suffered an explosion in its waterline on the port side, 16 nautical miles east of Oman Khasab, UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported. According to a late report released by UKMTO, the attack took place at 1:00 am local time on Friday (22:00 GMT Thursday). The agency confirmed that all crew members are safe and well, and the ship remains operational under its own power as it continues its journey.

Tanker reports waterline explosion off Oman as maritime activity remains disrupted in Strait of Hormuz An oil tanker transiting the Strait of Hormuz suffered an explosion in its waterline on the port side, 16 nautical miles east of Oman Khasab, UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported. According to a late report released by UKMTO, the attack took place at 1:00 am local time on Friday (22:00 GMT Thursday). The agency confirmed that all crew members are safe and well, and the ship remains operational under its own power as it continues its journey.