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Gujarat sailor killed as India-flagged cargo ship attacked off Oman
✍️ India Today
🗓 03 Nov 2026, 08:36 PM
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A crew member from Gujarat died when an India-flagged cargo vessel was assaulted near Oman's coast, authorities said.
An India-flagged cargo ship was targeted in an attack near the coast of Oman, resulting in the death of a crew member from Gujarat. The incident was reported by maritime authorities who confirmed that the vessel was en route when it came under fire.
The sailor, identified only by his home state, was the sole fatality; the remaining crew members were rescued and are receiving medical attention. Indian maritime officials have launched a probe into the motives behind the assault and are coordinating with Omani security forces.
The Indian Navy has been alerted and is monitoring the situation closely, while the Ministry of External Affairs has sought clarification from Omani authorities regarding the perpetrators. Further updates are expected as investigations progress.
The sailor, identified only by his home state, was the sole fatality; the remaining crew members were rescued and are receiving medical attention. Indian maritime officials have launched a probe into the motives behind the assault and are coordinating with Omani security forces.
The Indian Navy has been alerted and is monitoring the situation closely, while the Ministry of External Affairs has sought clarification from Omani authorities regarding the perpetrators. Further updates are expected as investigations progress.