Five Indian nationals rescued, shifted ashore after projectile hits tanker in Hormuz: Embassy in Oman
Five Indian nationals were safely rescued after their Kuwait-flagged tanker, MT Kazimah III, was struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz. The Indian Embassy in Oman coordinated the rescue operation with local authorities.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the ongoing security risks to commercial shipping and Indian seafarers in the volatile Persian Gulf region.
Five Indian nationals aboard a Kuwait-flagged tanker were safely shifted ashore after the vessel was struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, the Embassy of India in Oman said.
In a post on X on Friday (October 2, 2026), the Embassy said it had coordinated the rescue of the five Indian nationals aboard the tanker MT Kazimah III after the vessel was hit by a projectile in the region.
The Embassy also expressed gratitude to the Omani authorities for their continued support and assistance during the rescue operation.
Earlier today, the Mission coordinated rescue of five Indian nationals on board the Kuwait-flagged tanker MT Kazimah III, struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz. All 5 Indian nationals have been shifted ashore safely. We thank the Omani authorities for their continued support and assistance.
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