A ship has been hit by an unexploded ordnance about 18 nautical miles east of Khasab, Oman, causing a fire on board.

According to the announcement of the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO), the flames have been brought under control and the situation on the ship has been stabilized. Authorities are investigating the circumstances of the incident. It is reported that the ship and all crew members are safe, while so far no impact on the environment has been reported.

The incident occurred near the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most strategic shipping lanes, where several incidents have been recorded in recent months that have raised concerns about maritime safety. Authorities have launched verifications to determine the origin of the munition and the circumstances in which it hit the ship.

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