5 Indian Seafarers Rescued After Tanker Hit in Strait of Hormuz
Five Indian seafarers rescued and brought ashore in Oman have been confirmed safe following a projectile strike on the Kuwait-flagged crude oil tanker, MT Kazimah III. The incident occurred in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime waterway for international shipping.
Successful rescue operation in Oman
The Embassy of India in Muscat confirmed the rescue of the five crew members in a statement released on X on Friday. While the embassy verified that all individuals are safe, they have not yet disclosed the names, ranks, or home districts of the seafarers. Furthermore, the specific Omani port or facility where the crew has been taken remains unconfirmed.
The Indian mission in Muscat coordinated the rescue efforts and extended its gratitude to the Omani authorities for their support during the operation.
Details of the tanker strike
Shipping trackers reported that the MT