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CROSS-SPECTRUMBROAD COVERAGE
Tanker struck by unknown projectile off Saudi coast, crew rescued safely
A tanker was hit by an unidentified projectile 68 nautical miles northeast of Al Jubail, Saudi Arabia, and all crew members were evacuated without injury.
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations reported that an unknown projectile struck a tanker near the Saudi Arabian coast, specifically 68 nautical miles northeast of Al Jubail. The vessel's crew were safely taken off the ship, and no injuries were reported. Authorities also noted that there was no observable environmental damage following the incident.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing maritime security risks in a key shipping corridor near Saudi Arabia.
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