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Oman: Oil tanker attacked off coast, four injured; 15 Indians aboard vessel

March 1, 2026

An oil tanker named Skylight, flying the Palau flag, was attacked off the coast of Oman, injuring four crew members and leading to the evacuation of all 20 individuals aboard, including 15 Indians and 5 Iranians. This incident marks the first reported attack on commercial shipping in the region amidst escalating tensions between Israel and Iran.

An oil tanker is pictured offshore in Dubai on March 1, 2026. As a fresh Middle East conflict risks sending oil prices sharply higher, Saudi Arabia, Russia and six other key members of the OPEC+ alliance are widely expected to announce an output increase March 1, analysts say. (Photo by Fadel SENNA / AFP)

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The attack occurred approximately five nautical miles north of Khasab Port.
Four crew members were injured in the attack.
All 20 crew members were evacuated safely following the incident.
The tanker was targeted amid rising hostilities between Israel and Iran.
The vessel was flagged under Palau.

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Oman: Oil tanker attacked off coast, four injured; 15 Indians aboard vessel

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