BREAKING: Two Vessels Reportedly Hit by Projectiles Near Khasab, Oman; One on Fire

Two vessels were reportedly struck by four unidentified projectiles near Khasab, Oman, with one catching fire, according to an alert attributed to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO).

The alert describes an incident four nautical miles west of Khasab. A ship’s master reported seeing the projectiles strike two unidentified vessels approximately six nautical miles north of his own position.

Second Vessel’s Condition Unclear

The master reported a fire on one vessel but could not establish the condition of the second.

The initial alert did not identify either vessel, specify the type or origin of the projectiles, or provide information about possible casualties.

This report is based on the alert you supplied. Online searches returned other maritime incidents but did not locate this exact advisory.