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New Delhi, Nov 11: A maritime security incident occurred in the Persian Gulf on November 10 as a projectile struck the MT FUJAIRAH ENERGY, a Liberia-flagged tanker transiting between Al Ruwais and Dubai with six Indian seafarers on board.
Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal declared that the attack left four crew members injured. Among them, one Indian seafarer suffered minor injuries and was promptly transferred ashore for medical attention.
Authorities confirmed the safety of the remaining 18 crew members, including five Indian nationals. Government representatives stated that continuous contact is being maintained with ship management to oversee the medical care and security of all seafarers involved.