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UKMTO regularly monitors and reports incidents in key shipping routes, including the Persian Gulf, where tensions are high due to regional conflicts.
The tanker was hit by several shells 94.5 kilometers off the coast of Qatar, several people were injured.
UKMTO has urged vessels to navigate the route with caution.
MOSCOW, October 7 - RIA Novosti. The UK Maritime Trade Operations Office (UKMTO) reported an incident involving a tanker approximately 94.5 kilometers off the coast of Qatar, with several people injured.
"UKMTO received a report of an incident 51 nautical miles (about 94.5 kilometers - ed.) north of Madinat al-Shamal, Qatar. The tanker was reportedly hit by several shells. Injuries were reported. Authorities are investigating," a statement on the department's website said.
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