Alert

Attack

Oct. 9, 2026, 2:13 p.m.

ALERT 135/26 MSCIO has received information regarding an incident at approximately 10:00 UTC on 9 October 2026, 13NM west of Al Jazeera, UAE. A vessel reportedly was struck by an unknown projectile, resulting in a fire onboard, which has since been extinguished. The status of the crew, extent of the damage and environmental impact remain unknown. Vessels operating in the area are advised to maintain heightened vigilance, adhere to BMP-MS, and report immediately any suspicious activity or relevant information to MSCIO and UKMTO.