BAKU, Azerbaijan, May 30. Oman's Maritime Security Centre has reported the detection of a floating object suspected to be a naval mine in the Strait of Hormuz and has urged all maritime traffic in the area to exercise extreme caution.
TurkicWorld reports.that according to a statement published on X, the object was identified west of the Inshore Traffic Zone within Omani territorial waters.
The centre called on seafarers, fishing crews and commercial vessels to remain alert while navigating through the area.
"The Maritime Security Center urges all sea-goers, fishermen, and vessels to exercise the utmost caution and vigilance while navigating, to steer clear of any suspicious objects, and to report them immediately to the competent authorities," the statement said.
Authorities have not yet confirmed the nature of the object, and investigations are ongoing.
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world's most important maritime chokepoints, serving as a vital route for global energy exports and international trade.
The warning comes amid heightened regional tensions and growing concerns about maritime security in Gulf waters, where shipping activity is being closely monitored by regional and international authorities.
