Vessel struck by unknown projectile off UAE coast, UKMTO says

​A ​vessel was ‌struck by ​an unknown projectile 13 ‌nautical miles west of Al Jazeera in ‌the United Arab Emirates ‌on Friday, causing a fire that has ⁠since ​been extinguished, ⁠the United Kingdom Maritime ⁠Trade Operations said, citing ​multiple sources.

The status of ⁠the crew, extent of ⁠damage ​and environmental impact remain unknown, UKMTO ⁠said, adding that authorities ⁠were investigating ⁠the incident.