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Iran war: Indian national killed in attack on oil tanker, says Oman

An Indian national was killed in a drone attack on a Marshall Islands-flagged oil tanker off the coast of Oman, as confirmed by Oman's state media. The incident occurred near Sultan Qaboos Port, resulting in significant damage to the vessel and prompting an evacuation of the crew.

The vessel tanker Bella 1 is seen at Singapore Strait after US officials say the Coast Guard pursued an oil tanker in international waters near Venezuela. (

The vessel tanker Bella 1 is seen at Singapore Strait after US officials say the Coast Guard pursued an oil tanker in international waters near Venezuela. (

Credit: Reuters)

Key Highlights

  • The attack occurred on March 2, 2026, in the Gulf of Oman.
  • The oil tanker targeted was flagged under the Marshall Islands.
  • Oman's Maritime Security Centre reported the attack led to a fire on the tanker.
  • A video captured after the attack showed black smoke billowing from the vessel.
  • The crew of the tanker was evacuated following the incident.
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Sources

  1. VIDEO: Iranian Missile Hits Oil Tanker Off Oman Coast As Middle East Conflict Intensifies, Indian National Killed
  2. Iran war: Indian national killed in attack on oil tanker, says Oman

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