India Condemns Attack on Ship Near Oman Coast

India has strongly condemned the attack on an Indian commercial vessel near the Oman coast, calling the incident “completely unacceptable” amid growing tensions in the Gulf region. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday expressed serious concern over repeated attacks on merchant ships and civilian maritime routes near the strategically crucial Hormuz Strait.

The attack comes at a time when the ongoing Iran conflict has already disrupted global shipping routes and triggered fears of a major energy supply crisis worldwide. India confirmed that all Indian crew members onboard the targeted vessel are safe and thanked the Omani authorities for providing immediate assistance during the emergency.

Reacting strongly to the incident, the MEA stated, “An attack was carried out yesterday on an Indian ship near the Oman coast. This incident is unacceptable. Attacks on merchant vessels and civilian maritime traffic in the region are deeply concerning.”

The ministry further added that India remains firmly opposed to any disruption in international commercial shipping routes. “India condemns attacks on merchant ships that endanger the lives of crew members. Maritime trade routes must not be obstructed,” the statement said.

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Despite the escalating tensions, some relief emerged in the last 24 hours as several LPG tankers successfully crossed the Hormuz Strait. Reports confirmed that the vessel Saymi, carrying nearly 20,000 tonnes of liquefied propane and butane gas, safely arrived at Deendayal Port in India. Another LPG carrier, NV Sunshine, also reached Mangaluru Port without incident.

Meanwhile, the Indian government has intensified coordination efforts to ensure the safety of Indian vessels operating in the Gulf region. The Ministry of External Affairs, Ministry of Defence, and Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas are jointly monitoring the rapidly evolving maritime situation.

According to latest reports, 13 Indian ships remain stranded in the Persian Gulf and are currently awaiting clearance to move safely through the region. The development has heightened concerns over global oil supply chains and maritime security as geopolitical tensions continue to escalate near one of the world’s busiest energy corridors.

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