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Panama-Flagged Ship Hits Near Strait of Hormuz, 11 Indians Injured
✍️ The Assam Tribune
🗓 06 Oct 2026, 08:03 PM
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A Panama‑flagged vessel struck near the Strait of Hormuz, injuring 11 Indians. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs condemned the incident.
A vessel flying the Panama flag collided with an unidentified object near the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday, leaving 11 Indian nationals with injuries.
The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway that connects the Persian Gulf with the Arabian Sea, is a critical maritime chokepoint for global oil shipments.
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) issued a statement condemning the incident and expressing concern for the safety of Indian citizens involved.
Medical teams attended to the injured sailors, and the incident is under investigation by the authorities in the region. No fatalities were reported at the time of the statement.
The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway that connects the Persian Gulf with the Arabian Sea, is a critical maritime chokepoint for global oil shipments.
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) issued a statement condemning the incident and expressing concern for the safety of Indian citizens involved.
Medical teams attended to the injured sailors, and the incident is under investigation by the authorities in the region. No fatalities were reported at the time of the statement.