A tugboat off the coast of the United Arab Emirates was struck by two unidentified projectiles, resulting in one minor injury, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). The incident occurred on Sunday near Khor Fakkan. UKMTO advised vessels to transit with caution and reported any suspicious activity to them.
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A tugboat off the coast of the United Arab Emirates was struck by two unidentified projec…: A tugboat off the coast of the United Arab Emirates was struck by two unidentified projectiles, resulting in one minor injury, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO).
The incident occurred on Sunday near Khor Fakkan.: The incident occurred on Sunday near Khor Fakkan.
UKMTO advised vessels to transit with caution and reported any suspicious activity to the…: UKMTO advised vessels to transit with caution and reported any suspicious activity to them.
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One injured as projectiles hit tugboat off UAE coast, UKMTO says
18 October 2026 06:11 BST
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported that a southbound tugboat was struck by two unidentified projectiles northeast of Khor Fakkan, off the coast of the United Arab Emirates, on Sunday.
"The tug has sustained damage but is continuing on its route. One minor casualty has
been reported," UKMTO said on X, advising vessels to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity to it.
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