Attack on Tanker, Red Sea
Issued: 3 months, 2 weeks ago
Date Reference Region Category Aggressors Source
2026-07-22 20:00:00 CW Alert 022- (Jul 26) Indian Ocean Attack MILITANTS UKMTO
The Master of a tanker has reported to the UKMTO that it has been struck by an unknown projectile whilst underway approximately 70nm southwest of Al Shuqaiq, Saudi Arabia (exact position not specified). A fire has broken out onboard which the crew are currently fighting. There are no reported casualties and no environmental impact at this time. Authorities are investigating. Vessels are advised to transit the area with caution and report any suspicious activity to the UKMTO.
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