Explosion reported near tanker off Oman coast, UK maritime agency says
A UK maritime agency reported an explosion near a tanker 20 nautical miles northeast of Khasab, Oman, with no damage or injuries reported.
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AIThe United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations agency said on Monday it had received a report of an incident involving a tanker 20 nautical miles northeast of Khasab, Oman.
According to the agency, the tanker’s captain reported hearing an explosion close to the vessel. The agency confirmed that the tanker was undamaged and all crew members were safe.
The agency added that it is monitoring the situation, which occurred northeast of Khasab, but did not provide further details about the cause or circumstances of the explosion.