India, March 5 -- A tanker witnessed a "large explosion" in the waters near a Kuwait Port and reported an "oil spill", the British maritime security agency said on Thursday, as the conflict between the US, Israel and Iran continued to intensify. Following the blast, the master of the tanker also saw a small aircraft exiting the vicinity.

The incident took place on Wednesday, March 4, around 22:40 UTC (4:10am IST on March 5). The British maritime agency further stated that no fires were reported following the explosion, adding that the tanker's crew are safe and well. It stated that authorities are investigating the incident.

In a post on X, the UKMTO said, "The Master of a tanker at anchor, reports witnessing and hearing a large explosi...