Suspected Projectile Hits Container Vessel Near UAE 'Hormuz Tensions'

The UK’s Maritime Organisation has reported a maritime security incident about 25 nautical miles northwest of Ras al Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates. 

According to the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO), the master of a container vessel reported that the ship sustained damage from a suspected but unidentified



projectile. 

The extent of the damage is currently unknown and is being assessed by the crew. All crew members are reported safe and accounted for.

UKMTO has advised vessels in the region to transit with caution and to report any suspicious activity while authorities continue to investigate the incident.