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Indian crew evacuated after oil tanker attacked off UAE coast
All 19 Indian seafarers aboard MT Dominica Prosperity have been safely evacuated following an attack on the crude oil tanker off the UAE coast. The vessel was drifting near Mina Saqr when the incident occurred.
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A crude oil tanker carrying 19 Indian seafarers came under attack while drifting off the coast of the United Arab Emirates, prompting immediate evacuation of the entire crew. The MT Dominica Prosperity was positioned near Mina Saqr when the vessel was struck, according to reports from Indian officials monitoring the situation.
Authorities confirmed that all crew members have been safely evacuated from the tanker. The incident adds to concerns about maritime security in the strategic waters of the Arabian Sea and the Gulf of Oman, where commercial vessels have faced increasing threats in recent months.
The evacuation operation was coordinated by regional maritime authorities and international agencies. Investigations into the circumstances of the attack are ongoing, with officials examining the nature and origin of the assault on the cargo vessel.
India has maintained close coordination with UAE authorities regarding the welfare and repatriation of its seafarers. The incident underscores the risks faced by Indian maritime workers operating in sensitive geopolitical zones and highlights the importance of enhanced security protocols for commercial shipping in the region.