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Tanker Struck by Unknown Projectile Off Saudi Arabia

  • A tanker was struck by an unknown projectile 68 nautical miles northeast of Al Jubail, Saudi Arabia, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations .
  • UKMTO reported that all crew members were safe and evacuated, with no environmental impact reported at the time.
  • UKMTO advised vessels to proceed cautiously and report suspicious activity while authorities investigate.
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Two tankers were struck off the coast of Saudi Arabia on Friday, UKMTO, a maritime safety center of the British Navy, reported on Saturday. All crew members are reportedly safe and there are no signs of environmental damage yet.

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A tanker was hit by an "unknown projectile" off the east coast of Saudi Arabia on Saturday. The crew is safe.

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UKMTO announced an unknown missile injury to a carrier yesterday Friday.

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A tanker travelling 144 kilometres north-east of El Jubayl in Saudi Arabia was shot the previous day in the Persian Gulf, reports the British Maritime Trade Administration (UKMTO). "The captain of the vessel reported that the tanker was being fired from a hand-held anti-tank grenade launcher from a small boat.

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arabtimesonline.com broke the news on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
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