5 Indian Nationals Rescued After Projectile Hits Tanker in Strait of Hormuz
The embassy said all five seafarers were safely shifted ashore after the tanker was hit by a projectile, with Omani authorities assisting the rescue.
- On Friday, the Indian Embassy in Oman coordinated the rescue of five Indian nationals from the Kuwait-flagged tanker MT Kazimah III after the vessel was struck by a projectile while sailing through the Strait of Hormuz.
- The incident occurred amid heightened security risks across global maritime corridors, including the Persian Gulf, where several commercial vessels with Indian seafarers aboard have recently come under attack in West Asia.
- Omani authorities provided critical assistance during the rescue operation, and all five rescued Indians were safely shifted ashore as the Indian Embassy continues monitoring the situation.
- Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the government is monitoring more than 4,500 Indian seafarers serving on merchant ships in the Persian Gulf, reflecting India's ongoing commitment to crew safety.
- External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar urged immediate restraint at last week's 81st United Nations General Assembly, stating "the safety and security of shipping and seafarers is never compromised" as India joins an international coalition to defend commercial shipping routes.
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Kuwait-flagged tanker hit in Hormuz, five Indians rescued
Kuwait City: Five Indian nationals were rescued after a Kuwait-flagged tanker was struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, the Indian mission in Oman said on Saturday, October 3. In a post on X, the Indian embassy said it coordinated the rescue of the five Indians on board the MT Kazimah III, with … Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscrib…
5 Indian nationals rescued after Kuwait-flagged tanker hit by projectile in Strait of Hormuz - The Tribune
Five Indian nationals were rescued after a Kuwait-flagged tanker was struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, the Indian mission in Oman said on Saturday.
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Times of India5 Indian nationals rescued after projectile hits tanker in Strait of Hormuz
Five Indian nationals were safely rescued after the MT Kazimah III was struck by a projectile. The Indian mission in Oman coordinated the rescue operation and expressed gratitude to Omani authorities for their assistance. The incident occurred amidst rising tensions in the Gulf region and follows several attacks on vessels with Indian seafarers. The Strait of Hormuz connects the Persian Gulf and the Arabian Sea.
Tensions have increased between Iran and America. Once again, there has been a stir in the Gulf of Hormuz. A major attack was carried out. It is being reported that this attack was carried out by Iran. There is tension in the Gulf of Hormuz again.
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