All Six Indian Seafarers Safe After Persian Gulf Attack on Oil Tanker : Sarbananda Sonowal
All six Indian seafarers aboard the Liberia-flagged oil tanker MT FUJAIRAH ENERGY are safe following a projectile attack in the Persian Gulf on Tuesday, Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal has confirmed.
In a social media post, Sonowal said the vessel was travelling from Al Ruwais to Dubai when it was struck by a projectile.
Four crew members sustained injuries in the incident, including one Indian national who suffered minor injuries. The injured Indian seafarer has been safely evacuated ashore for further medical examination.
The Minister further confirmed that the remaining 18 crew members aboard the vessel are safe.
He added that the Indian government is closely monitoring the situation and remains in contact with the ship management company to ensure the safety and well-being of all Indian seafarers.
