Indian crew missing after Iranian strike on vessel off Oman coast
New Delhi, July 13 -- India on Sunday condemned an Iranian attack on a Cyprus-flagged container ship that left an Indian crew member missing and repeated its call for de-escalation of tensions and conclusion of negotiations for a diplomatic solution that ensures peace and stability in the region.
GFS Galaxy was targeted by Iranian forces off the coast of Oman early on Sunday, resulting in a fire on board that forced the crew to abandon the vessel and leave in a lifeboat, the UK Maritime Trade Operations agency reported.
"We condemn the attack on the commercial vessel GFS Galaxy off the coast of Oman, earlier today. Of the 11 Indian nationals on board, 10 have been rescued so far, while one Indian national is reportedly missing," the external affairs ministry said in a statement, without naming Iran.
The Indian embassy in Oman is monitoring the situation and coordinating with Omani authorities for the search and rescue operation. The Indian side thanked the Omani authorities for their support. "The continuing incidents of attacks on commercial shipping in the region are deeply worrisome. We reiterate our call for immediate de-escalation of tensions, and the conclusion of ongoing negotiations for a diplomatic solution so that peace and stability can return," the statement said....
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