Maritime

Bulk Carrier Hit by Drone Near Qatar

A bulk carrier was hit by a drone near Qatar while sailing from Abu Dhabi to Mesaieed, causing a minor fire before continuing its voyage.

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11, May 2026
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A bulk carrier was hit by a drone near Qatar on Sunday morning, causing a minor fire onboard.

The incident was reported at 03:01 UTC on Sunday, around 23 nautical miles northeast of Doha, according to the provided source citing UK Maritime Trade Operations.

Qatar’s Ministry of Defense said the vessel had been sailing from Abu Dhabi to Mesaieed when it was targeted. The fire was later brought under control, and the ship continued its voyage toward Mesaieed Port.

The ministry said the required response measures were taken in coordination with relevant authorities.

The incident came as tensions in the Middle East remained high. The provided source also noted that President Donald Trump rejected Iran’s latest ceasefire response, describing it as unacceptable.

Shipping operations in and around the Strait of Hormuz have faced disruption since late February amid the conflict.

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