A fire was reported on a vessel in the Gulf of Oman, approximately 22 nautical miles off Khor Fakkan, UAE, amid rising tensions between Iran and Israel. While the cause of the fire remains unclear, UK-based maritime risk management firm Ambrey confirmed awareness of the incident, noting the vessel’s location in a critical oil shipping route.
NASA’s FIRMS detected three active fire zones in the same area, indicating that the fires are recent, as satellite heat signatures were absent in prior days. Images circulating online reportedly show large flames on the water, with claims that they depict burning ships or tankers near the Iranian coast, though these assertions remain unverified.
There has been no official response from Iranian authorities or UAE observers regarding potential attacks or accidental fires. This incident unfolds against a backdrop of heightened tensions in the region, particularly concerning the Strait of Hormuz, which has previously experienced confrontations involving military and commercial vessels.
Authorities are expected to provide updates following investigations and daylight assessments. As this is a developing story, the specifics surrounding the cause and extent of the incident remain unconfirmed.
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