India on Sunday strongly condemned the attack on the Cyprus-flagged merchant vessel GFS Galaxy off the coast of Oman, confirming that 11 Indian nationals were on board when the incident occurred. According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), 10 Indian seafarers have been rescued, while one crew member remains missing.In an official statement, the MEA said the Indian Embassy in Muscat is working closely with Omani authorities to assist in the ongoing search and rescue operation. New Delhi also expressed gratitude to Oman for its prompt support and coordination in responding to the emergency.The vessel reportedly caught fire after being struck by what Iran described as a “warning shot” near the Strait of Hormuz. The attack forced the crew to abandon the ship, further escalating tensions in the strategically vital waterway. Tehran later claimed the vessel had travelled through an unapproved route and warned that any retaliation would invite a severe response.
India Condemns Attack on Ship Off Oman, One Indian Seafarer Missing
