New Delhi: A Liberia-flagged oil tanker in the Persian Gulf was struck by a projectile. There were 24 crew members on board, including six Indian sailors. Four crew members were injured in the attack, one of whom is an Indian national. Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, shared this information on Wednesday.
In a post on the social media platform X, Sonowal stated that the vessel, named ‘MT Fujairah Energy’, was en route from Al Ruwais to Dubai when it was targeted. The injured Indian sailor sustained minor injuries and has been brought ashore for medical examination. Information regarding the condition of the other three injured crew members is not yet available.
⚠️ IMPORTANT UPDATE ⚠️
On Nov 10, Liberia-flagged VLCC MT FUJAIRAH ENERGY, carrying 6 Indian seafarers, was hit by a projectile while transiting the Persian Gulf from Al Ruwais to Dubai.
Four crew members sustained injuries in the attack, including one Indian national, who suffered minor injuries and has been safely taken ashore for further medical examination.
The remaining 18 crew members, including the other 5 Indian seafarers, are safe and accounted for.
We are continuously monitoring the situation and remain in close contact with the ship management company to ensure the ongoing security, medical care and wellbeing of our seafarers.
— Sarbananda Sonowal (@sarbanandsonwal) November 11, 2026
According to the Minister, the remaining 20 crew members on board are safe; this includes five other Indian sailors.
Sonowal stated, “We are closely monitoring the situation and remain in constant touch with the vessel’s management company to ensure the safety, medical care, and well-being of the sailors.”
Series of Attacks on Commercial Vessels in the Gulf Region Continues
This incident is the latest in a series of attacks on commercial vessels in the Gulf region. Amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, India has repeatedly expressed concern regarding the safety of merchant ships.
Describing the attacks on vessels and their crews as “legally and morally unjustifiable,” India has emphasized the importance of maintaining freedom of navigation along maritime routes and ensuring the uninterrupted flow of maritime trade.