Liberia-Flagged VLCC Hit by Projectile in Persian Gulf, Six Indian Seafarers Aboard
· World · The Hindu, Gulf News
A Liberia-flagged very large crude carrier, the MT FUJAIRAH ENERGY, was struck by a projectile while transiting the Persian Gulf from Al Ruwais to Dubai on November 10. Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal confirmed that six Indian seafarers were aboard the vessel at the time of the attack. Four crew members sustained injuries in the incident, including one Indian national who suffered minor injuries and was safely brought ashore for medical examination. The remaining 18 crew members, including five other Indian nationals, are safe and accounted for. The ministry is closely monitoring the situation with the ship management company to ensure crew security and well-being.
Why it matters
The attack poses immediate safety risks to Indian seafarers operating through volatile Middle Eastern maritime trade routes.
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