Tragedy at Sea: Indian Seafarer Killed in Torpedo Attack Off Oman

A maritime tragedy has unfolded near the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in the death of a young Indian seafarer. Suraj Yadav, a 26-year-old wiper from the Deoria district of Uttar Pradesh, was killed on Wednesday, 23 September 2026, following a violent torpedo strike on the bulk carrier MV Cape Dao.

The Attack on MV Cape Dao

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