The British Maritime Trade Operations Office has received reports that several merchant ships in the northern Arabian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman have been hit by fire that could cause the ships to lose their ability to operate. This is part of ongoing military operations in the region. The British Maritime Trade Operations Office said it was not yet possible to confirm whether there were any casualties or environmental damage.

The British Maritime Trade Operations Office has received reports that several merchant ships in the northern Arabian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman have been hit by fire that could cause the ships to lose their ability to operate. This is part of ongoing military operations in the region. The British Maritime Trade Operations Office said it was not yet possible to confirm whether there were any casualties or environmental damage.