Indian seafarer injured as projectile hits oil tanker in Persian Gulf

A projectile struck a Liberia-flagged oil tanker carrying six Indian seafarers while it was transiting the Persian Gulf on November 10, injuring four crew members, including one Indian national, Union Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said on Wednesday.

The vessel, MT FUJAIRAH ENERGY, was travelling from Al Ruwais to Dubai when it came under attack.

Sonowal said the injured Indian seafarer suffered minor injuries and was taken ashore for further medical examination. The remaining 18 crew members, including the five other Indian nationals, were safe.

The minister said the government was closely monitoring the situation and remained in contact with the ship management company to ensure the safety and medical care of the crew.