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Ship carrying 6 Indian seafarers attacked in Persian Gulf

A Liberia-flagged VLCC, MT FUJAIRAH ENERGY, carrying six Indian seafarers, was hit by a projectile in the Persian Gulf. One Indian national sustained minor injuries, while the remaining…

Ship carrying 6 Indian seafarers attacked in Persian Gulf
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A Liberia-flagged VLCC, MT FUJAIRAH ENERGY, carrying six Indian seafarers, was hit by a projectile in the Persian Gulf. One Indian national sustained minor injuries, while the remaining 18 crew members, including five other Indian seafarers, are safe. Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal confirmed the incident and ongoing monitoring.

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