All Indian crew members safe after oil tanker attacked at Sharjah Anchorage: Sarbananda Sonowal
A Panama-flagged oil tanker, the MT GEM NO. 2, was targeted in a drone attack at Sharjah Anchorage on October 9. Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal confirmed that all 22 Indian crew members on board are safe and that the government is monitoring the situation.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing security risks to maritime transport and personnel in the Middle East, necessitating international monitoring and diplomatic coordination.
Shipping Minister Sarbanada Sonowal has said that Panama-flagged crude oil tanker MT GEM NO. 2, carrying a crew of 22 Indian nationals, was subjected to a drone attack at Sharjah Anchorage on October 9.
Mr. Sonowal, in a post on X, further said that he was relieved to share that all 22 Indian seafarers onboard were reported to be completely safe.
"We are continuously monitoring the situation and in contact with the ship management company to ensure security," he added.
Published - October 10, 2026 09:41 am IST
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