India, Sept. 9 -- Several merchant vessels have been hit by disabling fire in the Northern Arabian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO Advisory #127) confirmed the attacks are part of intense, ongoing military activity in the region.

Key Details of the Ongoing Crisis

Disabling Attacks: Multiple cargo ships and tankers have been targeted, with some sustaining significant damage to engine rooms and hulls.

Casualties & Environment: UKMTO reports that it is currently unable to confirm the exact number of casualties or any immediate environmental impacts resulting from the widespread fire. However, some individual vessel strikes in the corridor have separately reported crew injuries and oil spills....