What Happened Off the Coast of Oman? Indian Embassy Investigates Vessel Incident

The Indian Embassy in Muscat is closely monitoring a vessel incident that occurred off the coast of Oman, coinciding with the tragic news of three Indian seafarers confirmed dead following a US military attack. As tensions rise in the Gulf region, the embassy is coordinating with local authorities for further details. Stay tuned for updates on this developing situation.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 11, 2026, 14:38 IST

Indian Embassy in Muscat Responds to Vessel Incident

Dubai: In light of rising tensions in the Gulf region, the Indian Embassy in Muscat announced on Thursday that it is actively monitoring a situation involving a ship near Oman’s Shinas port that occurred earlier in the day.

The embassy shared an update on X, stating, "We have learned of an incident involving a vessel off Shinas port of Oman earlier today. We are closely monitoring the situation and coordinating with local authorities for further details."

We have learnt of an incident involving a vessel off Shinas port of Oman, earlier today. We are closely monitoring the situation and coordinating with the local authorities for further details.

— India in Oman (Embassy of India, Muscat) (@Indemb_Muscat) June 11, 2026

No additional information was provided by the embassy.

This announcement coincided with the confirmation from Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, regarding the tragic news of three Indian seafarers who were previously reported missing after a US military strike on a commercial vessel off the coast of Oman.