WANA (Jul 14) – A tanker transiting near the coast of Oman caught fire after being hit by a missile on Tuesday, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO).

 

The UKMTO reported that the security incident occurred 13 nautical miles southeast of Lima, Oman.

 

The vessel’s crew reported being struck by a projectile while traveling southbound.

 

Authorities are currently investigating the incident, and no further details regarding casualties or the source of the attack have been released.