Attack on a Tug, northeast of Khor Fakkan, United Arab Emirates
Issued: 20 hours ago
| Date | Reference | Region | Category | Aggressors | Source |
| 2026-10-18 00:01:00 | CW Alert 032- (Oct 26) | Indian Ocean | Attack | Military | UKMTO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The UKMTO have reported that a tug has been struck by two unknown projectiles whilst transiting southbound, northeast of Khor Fakkan, United Arab Emirates(exact time and position not specified). The attack has resulted in the vessel sustaining damage and one minor casualty has been reported. The tug is continuing on its route. UPDATE: Clearwater have received further information that the vessel involved in the incident was the Netherlands-flagged Tug JIF BARRACUDA (IMO 9345506). | |||||