# Tanker struck by projectile and disabled off Oman, UKMTO says

https://mins.news/en/item/31084

- TASS, 2026-08-24 23:30 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/world/2177223

> UKMTO says an oil tanker was hit by an unknown projectile off Oman, damaging its engine room and leaving it unable to maneuver. The crew are safe, and no environmental impact has been reported.

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