A drone strike has targeted a commercial oil tanker off the coast of Oman, sending thick plumes of black smoke billowing into the sky as the vessel appears to be on fire. The attack raises immediate concerns about maritime security and potential environmental hazards from a possible oil spill. Authorities have yet to confirm the extent of damage or the origin of the strike, leaving questions about responsibility and the broader implications for shipping routes in the region. The incident underscores growing tensions in a strategically vital area known for its oil transit corridors.


Plumes of black smoke rise from a Petro Dolphin oil tanker by a drone attack off the coast of Oman.