Five Indian nationals rescued, shifted ashore after projectile hits tanker in Hormuz: Embassy in Oman
Five Indian nationals were rescued from a Kuwait-flagged tanker, the MT Kazimah III, after it was struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz. The Indian Embassy in Oman confirmed the crew's safety and expressed gratitude to Omani authorities for their assistance.
Why it matters
The incident underscores the ongoing security risks to commercial shipping and seafarers in the Persian Gulf, a critical global trade route.
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