Rebounding oil exports through Strait of Hormuz are vulnerable to stepped-up Iranian tanker attacks
Nearly 20 commercial ships, mostly tankers, have come under attack over the past month while sailing through the Hormuz chokepoint.
On October 6, India reported that 12 crew members aboard a Panama-flagged tanker were injured during an attack in the Strait of Hormuz, with 11 of the injured being Indian nationals. The tanker, named MT On Peace, sustained a projectile strike while navigating through the critical shipping lane. The Indian foreign ministry condemned the attack, emphasizing the severity of the incident and the need for peace and stability in the region.
The injured crew members received medical treatment in Oman, specifically in Khasab, with the assistance of Omani authorities. India, being a significant contributor of sailors to the merchant shipping industry, has faced multiple attacks in the region since the Middle East conflict began on February 28. The situation remains a cause for concern for India, with Iran attempting to assert control over the strategic waterway and the United States enforcing a counter-blockade of Iranian ports.
In response to the latest attack, India reiterated its call for an immediate cessation of such attacks, urging for the restoration of navigation and commerce through international waterways.
Written by urgent.news from Malay Mail's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
This story
This is one outlet's version. Read the fullest account.
