UKMTO Warning - Uncrewed Aerial System Attack, Red Sea
Issued: 11 months ago
Date Reference Region Category Aggressors Source
3 Dec 2023 - 09:28 CW Alert 002- (Dec 23) Indian Ocean Aerial attack MILITANTS UKMTO/CLOSED
The UKMTO have received a report of an attack by Uncrewed Aerial Systems from the Master of a vessel. The UKMTO have confirmed that the incident is ongoing. Vessels in the vicinity are advised to follow industry guidance on loitering munitions, to exercise caution and report any suspicious activity to the UKMTO. UPDATE: AIS information confirms that the Panama-flagged bulk carrier has continued its voyage following the incident.
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