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Projectile hits vessel off UAE's Sharjah, UKMTO says

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Posted on March 22, 2026

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· Last updated: April 1, 2026

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CAIRO, March 22 (Reuters) - An unknown projectile struck a vessel 15 nautical miles north of the United Arab Emirates' Sharjah, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said early on

Projectile Hits Vessel Near UAE’s Sharjah, UK Maritime Authority Confirms

Incident Overview and Investigation

Details of the Incident

CAIRO, March 22 (Reuters) - An unknown projectile struck a vessel 15 nautical miles north of the United Arab Emirates' Sharjah, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said early on Sunday.

Crew Safety Status

It said that all crew were reported safe.

Ongoing Investigation

The UKMTO said in a later statement that the target of the incident could not be conclusively identified and authorities were investigating.

Reporting and Editorial Credits

(Reporting by Menna Alaa El-Din; Editing by Nia Williams)

Key Takeaways

  • The strike, reported on March 22, 2026, underscores heightened maritime risks in the Gulf amid regional tensions as several ships have been similarly affected recently.
  • Maritime insurers have responded by canceling war-risk coverage for vessels in the region, raising transport costs and complicating logistics within critical shipping lanes.
  • Authorities have yet to definitively identify the source or intent of the projectile, and the ongoing investigations reflect concerns over collateral damage in an increasingly volatile conflict landscape.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where did the projectile strike the vessel?
The unknown projectile struck a vessel 15 nautical miles north of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.
Were there any injuries reported from the incident?
No injuries were reported; all crew members were reported safe.
Who reported the incident involving the vessel?
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported the incident.
Has the cause or source of the projectile been identified?
The target of the incident could not be conclusively identified and authorities are investigating.
When did the incident occur?
The incident was reported early on Sunday, March 22.

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