An Indian sailor was killed after a cargo ship came under attack near the Strait of Hormuz, Omani and Indian authorities said. The Antigua and Barbuda-flagged Cape Dao was targeted off Oman’s Musandam Governorate on Wednesday. The attack caused a fire in the engine room and killed one crew member.
Oman’s Maritime Security Centre said its navy evacuated 27 crew members from the vessel. The survivors also received medical assistance following the incident.
Indian Sailor Dies in Ship Attack
The Indian Embassy in Muscat confirmed that the sailor who died was an Indian national.
The embassy said it remained in contact with Omani authorities over the safety of the crew. Reports said the vessel had several Indian nationals among its crew.
Indian authorities later expressed concern over the continued attacks affecting commercial shipping in the region.
The sailor was identified by Indian maritime sources as Suraj Yadav, from Uttar Pradesh. Reports said he suffered fatal injuries during the attack.
India Condemns Attack on Commercial Shipping
India strongly condemned the attack on the Cape Dao.
The Indian government called for an end to attacks targeting commercial vessels, seafarers and civilian infrastructure.
It also urged the parties involved in the Middle East conflict to return to negotiations.
India stressed the need to restore free and uninterrupted navigation through international waterways in the region.
The Strait of Hormuz remains a crucial route for global energy shipments. Any prolonged disruption can therefore create wider risks for international trade and shipping.
Cape Dao Attacked Near Oman
Oman’s Maritime Security Centre said the vessel came under attack about 2.5 nautical miles off the country’s coast.
The incident caused a fire in the ship’s engine room. An Omani naval vessel then carried out an evacuation operation.
Authorities rescued 27 crew members and took them ashore for medical care.
Maritime authorities have not publicly established who carried out the attack.
Some maritime reports said the vessel was struck by projectiles. However, the initial Omani statement did not identify the weapon or the party responsible.
Shipping Faces Growing Risks in Hormuz
The latest incident adds to growing concerns over commercial shipping in the region.
The Strait of Hormuz connects the Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and remains one of the world’s most important maritime routes.
Since the start of the Middle East war, commercial vessels have faced increasing risks while travelling through the area.
Some ships have attempted to stay closer to the Omani coast while navigating around restrictions and security threats.
The latest attack has renewed calls for stronger protection of commercial vessels and their crews.
India Calls for Safe Navigation
India is one of the world’s major sources of maritime workers. Indian sailors serve on commercial vessels operating across major international shipping routes. The latest death has therefore drawn renewed attention to the risks faced by Indian seafarers in the region. Indian authorities have called on all parties to end attacks on commercial shipping and restore safe navigation.
Meanwhile, Omani authorities continue to coordinate efforts to protect vessels and assist crews operating near the country’s coastline.
The attack on the Cape Dao highlights the growing risks for civilian shipping as the wider regional conflict continues.
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