Explosions Reported Near Tanker in Gulf of Aden

Several explosions were reported near a tanker sailing in the Gulf of Aden on Sunday, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO).

The maritime body said it had received a report of the blasts as the vessel travelled about 60 nautical miles south of the Yemeni city of Mokha.

The explosions were described as occurring close to the tanker. The brief report did not say whether the vessel had been struck or sustained damage.

No information was provided about possible casualties or the cause of the explosions. The tanker’s name and destination were also not given.