Attack on a Tanker, Oman
Issued: 6 hours ago
Date Reference Region Category Aggressors Source
2026-04-18 09:20:00 CW Alert 011- (Apr 26) Indian Ocean Attack Military UKMTO
The UKMTO have reported that a India flagged Tanker has been attacked 20nm Northeast of Oman, (Exact position not specified). The Master reported being approached by Two (IRGC) gun boats. No VHF challenge was reported before the tanker was fired upon. Tanker and crew are reported safe. The authorities are investigating.
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