The UK’s Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) agency reports that an LNG tanker was attacked by people on a skiff off the Yemeni city of Al Mukalla. The incident involved at least seven men on board the small boat and resulted in the armed security team firing two warning shots to force them to alter course.
Key points
The attack on the LNG tanker highlights the security risks in the region.: The attack on the LNG tanker highlights the security risks in the region.
The armed security team's response demonstrates the necessity of robust security measures.: The armed security team's response demonstrates the necessity of robust security measures.
This incident serves as a reminder of the need for improved maritime security in the area.: This incident serves as a reminder of the need for improved maritime security in the area.
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Tanker attacked by people on skiff off Yemen, UKMTO says
18 October 2026 05:56 BST
The UK’s Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) agency says an LNG tanker has been attacked by several people on a skiff off of the Yemeni city of Al Mukalla.
The maritime security watchdog said that at least seven men were on board the small boat.
“The skiff fired two shots at the tanker whose armed security team fired two warning shots at the small craft which forced them to alter course,” it said.
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