Gfs Galaxy Tanker Assault: MEA condemns assault on tanker off Oman coast; 10 Indians rescued, 1 lacking | India Information
NEW DELHI: India has condemned the assault on business vessel GFS Galaxy off the coast of Oman, which had 11 Indian nationals on board, of whom 10 had been rescued, however one stays lacking.The Cyprus-flagged tanker was hit apparently by an Iranian strike for ignoring directions to observe what it referred to as an authorized route on the Strait of Hormuz. Oman’s maritime authority mentioned it rescued 23 crew members however one was lacking.“Our Embassy in Oman is intently monitoring the state of affairs and proactively coordinating with Omani authorities within the ongoing search and rescue operation. We thank Omani authorities for his or her help,” mentioned govt in a press release.Authorities additionally mentioned that persevering with incidents of assaults on business transport had been deeply worrisome. It reiterated the decision for rapid de-escalation of tensions, and the conclusion of negotiations for a diplomatic resolution.
‘Cease concentrating on business transport, civilian infra’
Authorities mentioned, “The concentrating on of economic transport and civilian infrastructure within the area should finish, and free and unimpeded navigation and commerce via worldwide waterways within the area, consistent with worldwide regulation, should be restored on the earliest.”US ambassador to India highlighted a social media submit by the US Central Command through which it mentioned it had launched the third spherical of strikes this week towards Iran after Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps forces “blatantly” attacked GFS Galaxy. “A civilian crew member is lacking and the vessel is unable to proceed the journey as a result of an onboard hearth and vital engine room injury,” mentioned the CENTCOM.
