Several merchant vessels hit by disabling fire in Gulf and Gulf of Oman

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Several merchant vessels in the northern Gulf and Gulf of Oman were disabled due to fires amid ongoing military activities in the region. The UK Maritime Trade Operations agency reported the incidents but could not confirm casualties or environmental harm.

DUBAI, Sept 9 (Reuters) - Several merchant vessels in the northern Gulf and Gulf of Oman were hit by disabling fire during military activity in the region overnight, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations agency said on Wednesday. The British navy-affiliated UKMTO said it was unable to confirm any casualties or environmental impact.