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Crude oil tanker struck by unknown projectile near Oman's coast, crew unharmed
A crude oil tanker reported being hit by an unidentified projectile four nautical miles east of Oman, with all crew members safe and no immediate environmental damage.
The vessel's master notified authorities after the ship was struck by an unknown projectile close to Oman's shoreline. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations confirmed the incident and said the crew suffered no injuries. No oil spill or other environmental impact has been detected so far. Maritime officials have urged nearby vessels to proceed with heightened caution in the area.
Why it matters
The incident highlights security risks to vital oil transport routes in the Gulf region.
How this story developed
- Sep 2 Diesel hits $5.68 per gallon, highest since 2022, as Trump urges price cuts
- Sep 21 Fire on the tanker was extinguished after the projectile strike.
- Sep 22 Indian airlines have increased seat capacity in Delhi and Maharashtra.
- Sep 22 Iranian carriers suspended several overseas routes after the United States imposed new aviation sanctions, halting flights to Baghdad, Muscat and Qatar while some China services persist.
- Sep 22 In August, fuel and lubricant prices rose in 26 of the 27 EU members, with Poland experiencing a rise of about 24%.
- Sep 23 A cargo ship was struck by an unknown projectile, igniting a fire and forcing crew evacuation.
- Sep 24 Gas storage levels are now reported at about 69% of capacity, below the usual seasonal target.
- Sep 25 Refinery output shifts and refinery strikes have created a measurable shortfall in bunker‑fuel supply for the third quarter.
- Sep 25 The UAE has not confirmed an official ban despite the cancellation of Iranian flights to Dubai.
- Sep 26 Eurostat now reports that some EU states experienced the lowest fuel price increases, with Hungary, Sweden and Ireland at the bottom of the growth scale.
- Sep 27 The Saudi pipeline across the Arabian Peninsula was closed after an attack in Iraq, adding to the blockage of the Strait of Hormuz.
- Sep 29 The U.S. Treasury announced sanctions on ten individuals and firms accused of obtaining weapons components for Iran's defence ministry.
- Oct 2 The United States has now sanctioned Iran's automotive and railway sectors.
- Oct 2 The United States granted an exemption permitting Iraqi Airways to resume pilgrim flights to Iran.
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