{
  "id": 13785642,
  "title": "'Deeply concerning': India condemns attack on vessel carrying Indian crew off Oman coast",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/deeply-concerning-india-condemns-attack-on-vessel-carrying-indian",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-11T19:20:17.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Times of India",
    "slug": "times-of-india",
    "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/deeply-concerning-india-condemns-attack-on-vessel-carrying-indian-crew-off-oman-coast/articleshow/134876803.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "NEW DELHI: The Indian Ministry of External Affairs sharply rebuked repeated assaults on commercial ships traversing the Strait of Hormuz following two Indian-flagged vessels coming under attack. In a statement, the ministry expressed deep concern over the recurring attacks in the region, warning they could further escalate an already tense scenario. The attacks on commercial vessels near the Strait of Hormuz on October 11, 2026, were strongly condemned by the ministry. The MT PETRO DOLPHIN was reportedly targeted by a drone, with two of the 11 Indian crew members reported missing, while the tanker MT VALTHERA, a vessel flagged to the Marshall Islands, was struck by an unknown projectile, causing a fire onboard. However, all 11 Indian seafarers aboard the MT VALTHERA were reported safe. The Indian Embassy in Muscat is monitoring the situation closely and working with Omani authorities and the ship management companies to rescue the missing Indians and provide necessary assistance to the crew. The ministry reiterated the urgent need for de-escalation and a resolution to the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran through diplomatic means. The safety and security of Indian seafarers remain a top priority for the Indian government. The ministry emphasized that the recurring attacks on commercial shipping are deeply troubling and risk worsening an already volatile situation. Attacks on commercial vessels, seafarers, and civilian infrastructure must be halted immediately. India stresses the importance of upholding freedom of navigation and the safe, unimpeded flow of maritime commerce through international waters, in line with international law. This comes amid recent dangers faced by Indians in the Middle East, with 11 Indians hospitalized after an attack on Riyadh airport on Saturday. One of them succumbed to injuries a day later. The Indian Embassy in Riyadh has been in contact with local authorities and medical officials to assess the health of the injured Indians.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}