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Vessel reported on fire off Oman’s Kumzar: UKMTO

Monday, 20 July 2026 - 8:26

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The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations says a vessel has been reported on fire about eight nautical miles northwest of Kumzar, Oman.

UKMTO said the cause of the fire had not been verified and advised vessels in the area to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity while authorities investigate.

-Al Jazeera
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