The key facts

  • Tug struck by two unknown projectiles northeast of Khor Fakkan (UAE)
  • One person sustained minor injuries
  • Vessel damaged but continued its route; time of incident unconfirmed

Incident off the UAE coast

The British maritime trade agency UKMTO (UK Maritime Trade Operations) reported that a tug traveling in a southerly direction was struck by two unknown projectiles northeast of Khor Fakkan in the UAE on Sunday. As a result of the incident, one person sustained minor injuries.

Condition of the vessel and the injured person

According to UKMTO, the vessel sustained damage but was able to continue along its route. The agency reported one casualty with minor injuries, without disclosing details about the casualty or the extent of the damage to the vessel.

Uncertainty

The exact time of the incident has not yet been confirmed. No further details about the incident are provided.