Marshall Islands-flagged LNG carrier with six Indians targeted in Persian Gulf attack; all crew safe

A Marshall Islands-flagged LNG carrier, M/T AL MAYEDA, carrying six Indian seafarers, was targeted in a projectile attack in the Persian Gulf on October 30, Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal said.

"All six Indian nationals, along with the vessel's entire 25-member crew, are completely safe," Sonowal said in a post on X.

Sonowal said the government was continuously monitoring the situation and remained in close contact with the ship management company to ensure the safety and well-being of the Indian seafarers.