The US Navy has struck a tanker off the coast of Oman that is under Washington’s sanctions.
“Elchi” reports that CNN television channel informed about this, citing crew members.
According to the information, it concerns the “Marivex” tanker, which the US sanctioned in December as part of a broader package of restrictions against Iran. There are 24 Indian sailors on board the ship.
“A fire broke out on the ship, it is sinking. A US Navy attack occurred, the missile hit the engine room,” the text of the distress signal sent by the crew noted.
According to CNN, the oil tanker is sailing under the Palau flag.
On Monday, India’s Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways reported that a fire had broken out on the “MT Marivex” ship. According to the agency, all 24 Indian sailors on board are safe.
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