Ambrey Says A Panama-Flagged Tanker Fired At In The Red Sea Near Yemen's Aden Was Mistakenly Targeted Based On Outdated Info Linking The Vessel To The U.K.
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A Panama-flagged tanker near Yemen's Aden in the Red Sea was mistakenly targeted due to outdated information that linked the vessel to the U.K., according to Ambrey.
January 12, 2024 | 5:04 pm
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The United States Oil Fund (USO) may experience volatility due to security concerns in a key shipping area following the mistaken targeting of a Panama-flagged tanker in the Red Sea.
While the incident directly involves a Panama-flagged tanker, it occurred in a region critical for oil transportation, which can affect sentiment around oil supply and thus impact USO. However, as the incident was a mistake and there are no immediate reports of escalation, the impact is likely to be limited and short-lived.
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