Fire on tanker near Oman coast, two missing

A fire erupted on a tanker near the coast of Oman, leading to the evacuation of its crew and leaving two individuals missing. The circumstances surrounding the incident remain unclear, with initial reports unable to confirm whether the missing persons are injured or deceased.

The cause of the fire has not yet been determined. However, speculation has arisen that the incident could be linked to a US military action. This is particularly considered if the tanker was carrying Iranian oil, following the US military's announcement of a blockade on Iranian ports.

Just days prior, the US military reported intercepting a tanker heading to an Iranian port in the Gulf of Oman. The US Central Command stated that the unladen oil tanker violated the US blockade of Iranian ports. The United States imposed this blockade in response to Iran's actions in blocking the Strait of Hormuz, which, according to US data, has affected the maneuverability of seven ships since mid-April.