ABU DHABI, July 14 (Xinhua) -- ADNOC Logistics & Services, the shipping arm of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company, confirmed on Tuesday that one seafarer was killed and several others injured after two crude oil tankers operated by the company were struck by projectiles while transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
The company said the vessels, Al Bahyah and Mombasa B, sustained significant damage in the attack and it is working with emergency responders and relevant authorities to assess the impact and support those affected.
The incident came amid heightened security concerns in the Gulf.
The British government updated its travel advice for the United Arab Emirates, warning that the regional security situation remains unpredictable and advising British nationals to keep their travel plans under review.
Meanwhile, the U.S. Embassy in Abu Dhabi and the U.S. Consulate General in Dubai announced the cancellation of consular appointments from July 13 to 15 due to the regional security situation. ■
