Three oil tankers attacked off Oman coast; one dead, three missing

Three oil tankers faced separate attacks off the Omani coast, leading to one confirmed fatality and three crew members still missing, according to the Maritime Security Centre. Authorities are actively monitoring the evolving situation and coordinating response efforts.

The first incident involved the Liberia-flagged STOLT MAGNESIUM, which suffered an explosion and fire in its engine room about 40 nautical miles southeast of the South Al Sharqiyah Governorate, outside Omani territorial waters. All 23 crew members were safely evacuated and reported to be in good health.

A second attack struck the Liberia-flagged MOMBASA B approximately 8.5 nautical miles from the coast of the Musandam Governorate, causing engine failure. Its 21-member crew was evacuated, but six sustained injuries of varying severity. A Royal Navy of Oman vessel is observing the situation.

The third vessel targeted was the Liberia-flagged AL BAHYAH, owned by a UAE-based company, located about 9.6 nautical miles off the Musandam coast. While 18 crew members were evacuated, three remain unaccounted for. A Royal Navy of Oman vessel is tracking developments in this incident as well. The Maritime Security Centre confirmed its continued monitoring of all three incidents and its coordination with relevant authorities to ensure maritime crew safety.