Indian seafarer killed in attack on ship near Oman; 13 others rescued: MEA
An Indian seafarer was killed and 13 others were rescued after their vessel was struck by an unidentified aerial object near Oman. The Indian government is coordinating with Omani authorities for repatriation.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the ongoing security risks to commercial shipping in the Middle East and the need for international maritime protection.
One Indian was killed after an attack on a commercial vessel near Limah in Oman, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Tuesday (November 3, 2026). 13 other Indian nationals on board the MSV AL JUSUFI have been rescued after the incident on Monday (November 2, 2026), the Ministry said in a statement. India’s foreign policy must look seaward India’s foreign policy must look seaward Indian seafarers need protection beyond borders, flags, and jurisdictions India’s foreign policy must look seaward opinion 1 The deceased seafarer was identified as Gandhar Nahim Ajij from Gujarat, according to Union Minister for Ports, Shipping, and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal. Condemning the incident, the MEA called for an immediate de-escalation of tensions and the conclusion of ongoing negotiations for a diplomatic solution in West Asia.
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