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Tanker hit by explosion near Hormuz amid heightened tensions

An explosion occurred near the waterline of a tanker sailing in the Gulf of Oman, approximately 60 nautical miles east of Muscat. The UK Maritime Trade Operations reported the incident, stating the crew and vessel are safe, though some bunker fuel was discharged. The cause of the "external explosion" remains undetermined, but possibilities include a drone boat attack or a limpet mine, given the proximity to the Strait of Hormuz and ongoing tensions. AI

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Tanker hit by explosion near Hormuz amid heightened tensions

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Agence France-Presse ·

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