Damage from an explosion, left, and a likely limpet mine can be seen on the hull of the civilian vessel M/V Kokuka Courageous in the Gulf of Oman [Image 1 of 2]

GULF OF OMAN, AT SEA

06.13.2019

Courtesy Photo

U.S. Central Command Public Affairs           

GULF OF OMAN (June 13, 2019) In this Powerpoint slide provided by U.S. Central Command damage from an explosion, left, and a likely limpet mine can be seen on the hull of the civilian vessel M/V Kokuka Courageous in the Gulf of Oman, June 13, 2019, as the guided-missile destroyer USS Bainbridge (DDG 96), not pictured, approaches the damaged ship. Sailors aboard Bainbridge aided the crew of Kokuka Courageous. Bainbridge is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet areas of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and Pacific through the western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points. (U.S. Navy photo/Released)

• Date Taken: 06.13.2019
• Date Posted: 06.13.2019 23:27
• Photo ID: 5484102
• VIRIN: 190613-D-XX999-001
• Resolution: 720x540
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• Location: GULF OF OMAN, AT SEA