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Iranian Shot Strikes Vessel Post-GFS Galaxy Attack, Crew Missing

7/12/2026

Summary

Story summary

Iran said a warning shot it fired struck a vessel after the GFS Galaxy attack.
One Indian crew member remains missing from the GFS Galaxy off Oman.
India’s Ministry of External Affairs condemned the attack and called for immediate de-escalation.
Oman’s foreign ministry summoned Iran’s ambassador to protest drone strikes in Musandam and Al Batinah.
U.S. Central Command said its forces are positioned to ensure free navigation despite Iranian aggression.

History

Historical Context

On 18 April 1988 the United States launched Operation Praying Mantis after Iran’s mine sank the USS Samuel B. Roberts; four U.S. warships, including the USS Wainwright, destroyed six Iranian oil platforms and a 1,000-ton naval mine. The 2024 warning shot that hit the GFS Galaxy near Musandam revives that Gulf-wide tension, prompting India, Oman and U.S. Central Command to demand de-escalation.

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Story summary

Iran said a warning shot it fired struck a vessel after the GFS Galaxy attack.
One Indian crew member remains missing from the GFS Galaxy off Oman.
India’s Ministry of External Affairs condemned the attack and called for immediate de-escalation.
Oman’s foreign ministry summoned Iran’s ambassador to protest drone strikes in Musandam and Al Batinah.
U.S. Central Command said its forces are positioned to ensure free navigation despite Iranian aggression.

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