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Oman rescues 27 crew after torpedo attack kills Indian sailor

By Drooid · Sep 23, 2026, 11:09 PM UTC · How we work

Summary

Attacker Hits Cape Dao

An unidentified attacker hit the MV Cape Dao off Oman, killing Suraj Yadav.
Two torpedoes struck the engine room, igniting a fire 2.5 miles from Musandam.
An Omani warship rescued the remaining 27 crew members and provided medical treatment.
India’s embassy in Muscat expressed sadness and the Forward Seamen’s Union demanded naval escorts.
The International Maritime Organisation says at least 23 sailors have died since the Iran war began in February.

Summary

Indian Embassy Coordinates Repatriation

The Indian Embassy in Muscat coordinated with the Recruitment and Placement Services Licence agency to repatriate the crew.
India's Ministry of External Affairs said it is monitoring the incident and liaising with Omani authorities.
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal directed maritime officials to ensure swift, safe repatriation of rescued sailors.
The embassy confirmed contact with the deceased sailor's family to provide assistance and updates.

History

Historical Context

In January 1991, Iraqi mines sank the MV Kuwait, killing 12 crew, and the UN reported 27 merchant ships damaged, leading the U.S. Navy to send five escort warships to protect Indian-flagged vessels. The recent attack on the Indian-flagged MV Cape Dao off Musandam, which killed seafarer Suraj Yadav, has revived India-Oman calls for a permanent security corridor, recalling the 1987-1991 Earnest Will escorts.

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Attacker Hits Cape Dao

An unidentified attacker hit the MV Cape Dao off Oman, killing Suraj Yadav.
Two torpedoes struck the engine room, igniting a fire 2.5 miles from Musandam.
An Omani warship rescued the remaining 27 crew members and provided medical treatment.
India’s embassy in Muscat expressed sadness and the Forward Seamen’s Union demanded naval escorts.
The International Maritime Organisation says at least 23 sailors have died since the Iran war began in February.

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