The crew of an oil tanker, which is under sanctions, reported that the vessel was struck by a missile from the United States off the coast of Oman on June 9, 2026. The crew stated that the ship was on fire and sinking, prompting them to call for help.
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Indian crew of oil tanker requests assistance after missile strike
An oil tanker crew from India reported that their vessel was hit by a US missile near Oman on June 9, 2026. They indicated that the ship was on fire and sinking, leading them to request assistance from authorities.
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'Please send help': Ship's distress call after being hit by US missile
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Indian crew of oil tanker requests assistance after missile strike
