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A vessel was struck by an unidentified projectile off the coast of Oman, damaging its starboard side, the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said Monday, according to Anadolu Agency.
The incident occurred at 2020 GMT on Sunday, nine nautical miles northeast of Lima, Oman, UKMTO said in a warning.
“The Master reports the vessel has been struck by an unknown projectile which has caused a hole on the starboard side,” the agency said.
The vessel and its crew were reported safe, and no environmental impact was recorded.
UKMTO did not identify the vessel or say who was responsible. Authorities are investigating the incident.
The agency advised vessels transiting the area to exercise caution and report any suspicious activity.
