UKMTO reports multiple explosions near tanker off Yemen's Mokha port

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported on Sunday that a commercial tanker encountered multiple explosions in close proximity to the vessel approximately 60 nautical miles south of Yemen's port city of Mokha, according to Turkish media. The agency said the tanker's company security officer reported seeing the blasts near the vessel, adding that the incident occurred during transit through the strategic waterway.

"The crew are reported as safe and no environmental impact has been reported," UKMTO said, noting that authorities are investigating the incident. The warning did not identify the tanker or indicate what caused the explosions.

UKMTO advised vessels transiting the area to exercise caution and report any suspicious activity, noting the need for heightened vigilance in the region. The incident took place in a waterway that has seen previous disruptions to shipping.

According to Mehr News, the UKMTO statement provided no further details about the vessel or the nature of the explosions, and the investigation is ongoing.