India reports incident involving vessel off Oman, a day after three seafarers killed

India is closely monitoring a maritime incident that occurred off the coast of Oman on June 11, involving a vessel near Shinas port. The Indian embassy in Oman confirmed the event and stated it is coordinating with local authorities for more details.

This latest incident follows a tragic event just a day prior, where three Indian seafarers were killed in a U.S.-led attack on the vessel Settebello. The Forward Seamen’s Union of India identified the vessel involved in the June 11 incident as MT Jalveer, though it remains unclear if Indian seafarers were aboard.

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We are closely monitoring the situation and coordinating with the local authorities for further details.

India's Shipping Minister, Sarbananda Sonowal, confirmed the deaths of the three seafarers from the Settebello, stating their bodies had been located and identified. In response to the earlier strike, New Delhi had summoned the U.S. deputy chief of mission and lodged a strong protest.

The U.S. military's Central Command stated that the Palau-flagged tankers Settebello and Marivex were targeted for violating the ongoing U.S. blockade against Iran. The Settebello was reportedly attempting to transport oil from Iran, while the Marivex was heading to an Iranian port.

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Sadly, three Indian seafarers initially reported missing are now confirmed dead after their bodies have been located and identified.