The tanker Marlin Luanda, which operates on behalf of Tok oil traders, was hit by a missile attack after crossing the Red Sea on Friday, raising concerns about the heightened risk to international oil prices.。A spokesman for the company told CNBC that the ship's firefighting equipment was responding to the fire in the cargo hold.。

The Tok Oil Trader said: "We are in contact with the vessel and are closely monitoring the situation.。Warships in the area are on their way to aid。The Houthis claimed responsibility for the attack and described the target as a "British oil tanker," but Tok oil traders pointed out that the ship was registered in the Marshall Islands.。

The continuous attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea region by Houthi forces have aroused the concern of the international community.。The United States and Britain have launched air strikes against the Houthis in an attempt to stop the activities of the Iranian-backed group。It is worth noting that the Houthis recently fired a missile at the US Navy destroyer Carney, but it was successfully shot down without causing casualties or damage.。

The incident had a direct impact on tanker companies worldwide, leading some to immediately suspend traffic to the Red Sea.。Meanwhile, U.S. crude oil closed at 78 per barrel..$01, ending best week since Sept. 1。Brent crude oil closes at 83 per barrel.$55, the best week since Oct. 13。

Analysts noted that despite the escalating tensions in the Middle East, there have been no major supply disruptions so far, so the response from oil price futures has been relatively limited.。However, they also warned that a direct standoff between the United States and Iran could lead to a sharp rise in oil prices.。

Challenges for Tok Oil Traders Will Affect Their Finances in the Future。Investors need to pay attention to the company's performance report, especially data on key factors such as sales growth, cost control and market share expansion。Tok oil trader's shares will also be in the spotlight。Financial experts recommend keeping a close eye on oil prices as tensions in the Middle East could create uncertainty for the global economy and energy markets.。