Maritime Authority reports tanker attack near Saudi coast

A cargo ship was hit by an unidentified projectile 63 nautical miles west of Yanbu, Saudi Arabia, causing a fire on the vessel's deck, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UK MTO). They confirmed that all crew members are safe and no environmental damage has been reported. Sailors have been warned to proceed with caution and to report any suspicious activity. This incident occurs amid escalating attacks by the Iran-backed Houthis on shipping in the Red Sea, which threaten the oil export route following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Saudi Arabia has responded by redirecting a significant portion of its exports through Red Sea ports.

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