Tanker attacked at the entrance to the Strait of Hormuz near Oman

UKMTO states that the crew is unharmed and there are no environmental consequences.

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The UK Maritime Trade Operations Centre (UKMTO) announced today that a tanker was attacked at the entrance to the Strait of Hormuz near Oman.

The incident occurred on Friday about 11 kilometers off the coast of Oman, when a missile hit the left bow of the tanker.

UKMTO states that the crew is unharmed and there are no environmental impacts.

It is not yet known who carried out the attack.

"The tanker continues its voyage to its next port of call. Authorities are investigating. Vessels are advised to exercise caution in transit and to report any suspicious activity," UKMTO said in a statement.

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