4 Crew Members Injured Including 1 Indian Seafarer As Projectile Hits VLCC In Persian Gulf
Four crew members were injured, and officials said one Indian seafarer was taken ashore for medical examination after the projectile strike.
- On Wednesday, Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal reported that the Liberia-flagged VLCC MT FUJAIRAH ENERGY, carrying six Indian seafarers, was hit by a projectile while transiting the Persian Gulf on Tuesday.
- The VLCC was traveling from Al Ruwais to Dubai when the projectile strike occurred, a vital maritime corridor for regional energy transport through the Persian Gulf.
- Four crew members sustained injuries in the attack, including one Indian national who suffered minor injuries and was safely taken ashore for medical examination, Sonowal said.
- "The remaining 18 crew members, including the other 5 Indian seafarers, are safe and accounted for," Sonowal said. All personnel aboard have been confirmed safe following the incident.
- Sonowal confirmed continuous monitoring of the situation and close contact with the ship management company to ensure the ongoing security and medical care of all seafarers.
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