U.S. Forces Disable MT Marivex in Gulf of Oman, UKMTO Warning 064-26 Reports Fire and Crew Evacuation 15NM Northeast of Masirah
“There are no reports of environmental impact at present. Vessels are advised to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity to UKMTO while authorities are investigating.”
Gulf of Oman — U.S. Central Command reported that it has disabled the unladen Palau-flagged MT Marivex on June 8 after the vessel attempted to sail to an Iranian port in violation of the ongoing blockade against Iran.
An F/A-18 Super Hornet from the USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) fired a precision munition into the ship’s engineering and steering spaces after the crew failed to comply with directions.
The British Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) issued Warning 064-26 reporting that a tanker experienced a fire onboard 15NM northeast of Masirah, Oman, resulting in the evacuation of crew, with Omani and Indian authorities coordinating the response. Live cross reference checks confirm this is a single incident involving the MT Marivex.
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