New Delhi: A third vessel carrying Indian sailors reportedly caught fire near the coast of Oman, raising fresh concerns over the safety of commercial shipping operations in the Gulf region. According to the latest incident, the ship, MT Jalveer, has 20 crew members aboard, according to the Forward Seamen’s Union of India.
Indian Crew Members Onboard
MT Jalveer is the third ship with an Indian crew to come under attack near Oman in recent days. Reports stated that around 20 Indian sailors were onboard the vessel when the fire broke out. Authorities and rescue agencies were monitoring the situation closely while efforts were initiated to ensure the safety of the crew members. Details regarding casualties or the exact cause of the fire were not immediately confirmed.
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— First Post (@TrishulTactics) June 11, 2026
Previous Incidents In The Region
The latest development follows earlier incidents involving ships carrying Indian crew members near Oman. Earlier this week, a tanker identified as MT Marivex caught fire off the Omani coast, though all 24 Indian sailors onboard were rescued safely with assistance from Omani authorities, according to NDTV and Reuters.
In another separate incident, a commercial vessel near the Strait of Hormuz reportedly came under attack, leading to 3 casualties of Indian sailors. Indian authorities had condemned the attack and coordinated rescue operations with Omani officials.
Authorities Monitoring Situation
The Indian Embassy in Oman and maritime authorities are said to be closely monitoring the latest fire incident. Officials continue to coordinate with local agencies and rescue teams to gather further information and assist affected crew members.
We have learnt of an incident involving a vessel off Shinas port of Oman, earlier today . We are closely monitoring the situation and coordinating with the local authorities for further details.
— India in Oman (Embassy of India, Muscat) (@Indemb_Muscat) June 11, 2026
In a post shared on X officials wrote, “Evacuation of crew from MT Jalveer to Shinas port is being coordinated with assistance from Royal Navy of Oman, and shall soon be completed.”
Growing Concerns Over Shipping Safety
The repeated incidents near the Strait of Hormuz have intensified concerns over maritime security in one of the world’s busiest oil shipping routes. International shipping agencies and governments are keeping a close watch on developments in the region as tensions continue to impact commercial navigation.
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