All 20 Indian crew members of MT Jalveer safely return home: Indian mission
Twenty Indian crew members of the vessel MT Jalveer have returned home safely following an attack off the coast of Oman. This incident follows a series of recent strikes by U.S. military forces on merchant vessels in the region.
Why it matters
The involvement of U.S. military forces in strikes against merchant vessels carrying Indian nationals highlights rising maritime security tensions in the Middle East.
All 20 Indian crew members of MT Jalveer, who were evacuated after their vessel came under attack off an Oman port, have now safely returned home, the Indian mission in Muscat said on Monday (June 16, 2026).
The article focuses on the humanitarian aspect and the impact on Indian citizens, while highlighting the U.S. military's role in the attacks.
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