June 8, 2026 9:01 PM
Indian Seafarers Rescued Off Oman Coast Following Tanker Attack
A major maritime emergency in the Arabian Sea ended without casualties today after a Palau-flagged oil tanker carrying an all-Indian crew came under attack off the coast of Oman. The vessel, identified as MT Marivex, issued distress calls at approximately 1:30 pm local time after an explosion tore through its engine room, triggering a major fire onboard. Representatives of the All India Seafarers Union said the tanker was carrying twenty-four Indian nationals when the blast occurred, causing sig...