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Drone Attack on Tanker Off Oman Leaves Two Indian Seafarers Missing

India condemns the strike on MT Petro Dolphin and a second vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, urging immediate de-escalation.

Sources: News18, Gulf News, Organiser3 sources ↓|· 1 min read
Drone Attack on Tanker Off Oman Leaves Two Indian Seafarers Missing
Photo: News18

KEY POINTS

  • Drone attack on MT Petro Dolphin at Sohar Anchorage off Oman on October 11
  • Nine of 11 Indian crew rescued; two Indian seafarers still missing
  • Oman Coast Guard conducting search-and-rescue operations
  • Second vessel MT Valthera also attacked in Strait of Hormuz region
  • India condemns attacks, urges de-escalation and diplomatic resolution

A drone struck the Nicaragua-flagged tanker MT Petro Dolphin at Sohar Anchorage off Oman on October 11. The vessel carried 11 Indian crew members; nine have been rescued and are safe while two remain missing.

Oman's Coast Guard is leading search-and-rescue operations with support from Indian authorities. Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal confirmed the rescue of nine seafarers and said coordination continues with relevant agencies.

“Attacks on commercial vessels, seafarers and civilian infrastructure must cease.”

— Ministry of External Affairs, India

India's Ministry of External Affairs condemned the attack on MT Petro Dolphin and a separate strike on the Marshall Islands-flagged tanker MT Valthera in the Strait of Hormuz region. MT Valthera was hit by an unknown projectile, causing a fire, but all 11 Indian seafarers aboard are reported safe.

The MEA called for immediate de-escalation and resolution through dialogue, stressing that freedom of navigation must be upheld under international law. The Indian Embassy in Muscat is monitoring the situation and coordinating with Omani officials and ship managers.

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#War#Security Operation#Terrorism#Diplomacy

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