The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) organization, in its latest update, said that a small boat approached an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz and attached two explosive devices to its hull. The explosion of these materials caused a fire in the engine room and a temporary shutdown of the tanker. The identity of the boat was not specified in the statement.

According to this report, the incident occurred at 22:12 UTC on October 29, about 25 nautical miles northeast of Al Khadd Oman. At the time of the incident, the tanker was traveling out of the Strait of Hormuz.

The organization confirmed that the fire was contained, all crew members are safe, and no environmental consequences have been reported. The tanker has continued its journey toward its next port.

UKMTO asked passing vessels to move with caution and report any suspicious activity. The relevant authorities are investigating the incident, and this warning does not name the attackers.