Vessel Fire Reported Near UAE Coast
5, May 2026
A vessel fire was reported 14 nautical miles off Mina Saqr, UAE, with UKMTO advising ships to maintain safe distance.
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Dutch Cargo Ship Hit by Explosive Device — Fire Onboard, Crew Evacuated Amid Gulf of Aden Tensions
30, September 2025
A Dutch-flagged general cargo ship, Minervagracht, was struck by an explosive device in the Gulf of Aden, causing a fire onboard and forcing the crew to evacuate. Two seafarers were injured, raising renewed concerns over maritime safety in the region.
