Explosion Reported Near Tanker, Oman
Issued: 3 months, 1 week ago
Date Reference Region Category Aggressors Source
2026-08-02 20:37:00 CW Alert 002- (Aug 26) Indian Ocean Suspicious activity Military UKMTO
It has been reported that the Master of a tanker heard an explosion in close proximity to the vessel whilst transiting approximately 20 nautical miles Northeast of Khasab, Oman (approximate position). The vessel and the crew have been reported as safe. The authorities are investigating.
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