Oman’s navy rescued a group of sailors after a cargo ship flying the Thai flag was reportedly attacked near the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, according to regional authorities.
Officials said the vessel came under attack while traveling through waters close to the narrow shipping corridor that connects the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea. The strait is one of the world’s most important maritime routes for global energy supplies.
Following the incident, the Royal Navy of Oman responded and successfully rescued around 20 crew members from the vessel. The sailors were brought to safety as authorities began assessing the situation and the condition of the ship. Details about the attackers and the extent of damage to the cargo vessel were not immediately clear.
The incident comes at a time of heightened tensions in the region as the conflict involving Iran and Israel has raised concerns about the safety of commercial shipping passing through key maritime chokepoints. International shipping companies and governments have been closely monitoring security conditions in the area.
