World · 2026-10-17 · Afternoon briefing

LNG tanker involved in gunfire incident off Yemen's coast

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) agency has reported that an LNG tanker was fired upon while transiting waters off the coast of Yemen. The vessel's captain provided details of the encounter, which took place a significant distance from land—140 nautical miles (259km) southeast of the Yemeni port city of al-Mukalla. According to the report, a small skiff carrying seven people approached the tanker.

In response to the skiff's approach, the tanker fired two warning shots. This action appeared to deter the smaller vessel, which subsequently altered its course and moved away from the area. Following the incident, the UKMTO issued a formal advisory, quoting its bulletin: "Vessels are advised to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity to UKMTO, whilst authorities investigate."

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• Gunmen fire on tanker off Yemen's coast southeast of al-Mukalla | Middle East Eye

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