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Tanker hit by multiple projectiles in Gulf off Qatar, UKMTO says
An oil and chemical tanker, identified as the Acers, was struck by multiple projectiles north of Qatar in the Persian Gulf, resulting in reported casualties. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) confirmed the attack, which occurred amid ongoing regional maritime security threats. The vessel, flagged under Antigua and Barbuda, was sailing toward the Strait of Hormuz when the incident took place. Shipping in the region has faced repeated attacks since the outbreak of the conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran.