India has condemned an attack targeting a commercial vessel near the coast of Oman, describing the incident as unacceptable amid growing security concerns in regional waters.
In a statement issued on Thursday, India’s foreign ministry said civilian shipping and crew members should not be targeted under any circumstances. Authorities confirmed that all Indian nationals on board the vessel were safe following the incident.
The ministry did not identify the ship involved or provide details about who may have carried out the attack. Limited information about the circumstances surrounding the event has so far been released publicly.
The attack on Indian-flagged ship off Oman coast comes at a time of heightened instability across parts of the Middle East, where shipping routes have faced increasing risks linked to regional tensions and maritime security threats.
Waters surrounding Oman and the Strait of Hormuz remain strategically important for Gulf energy exports and international trade. Any disruption in the area can have wider implications for global shipping markets and oil supply chains.
Several countries have in recent months raised concerns about the safety of commercial vessels operating through the region, particularly as geopolitical tensions continue to affect maritime traffic.
India, which relies heavily on Gulf trade and energy imports, has repeatedly called for the protection of international shipping lanes and the safety of civilian seafarers.
The attack on Indian-flagged ship off Oman coast is likely to renew attention on maritime security coordination among regional and international stakeholders operating in Gulf waters.
