An LR2 tanker was struck by a projectile while navigating the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in injuries to 12 crew members and necessitating a medical evacuation. The vessel, identified as the On Peace, is a 115,000 dwt tanker built in 2021, and the incident reportedly occurred during an outbound transit near the Musandam Peninsula. While India and Oman reported the attack took place on Tuesday, it has been noted as the 12th potential Iranian assault in a week, marking a significant impact on the crew’s safety.
The Indian government’s internal affairs ministry confirmed that 11 of the injured seafarers were Indian nationals and expressed appreciation for the swift response from Omani authorities, who facilitated the medevac to Khasab for medical treatment. The Omani defense ministry confirmed that its air force conducted an emergency evacuation, utilizing the tanker’s spacious deck for a direct helicopter landing, which allowed medical personnel to assist the injured crew members without the need for hoisting. At least two crew members were transported on stretchers upon arrival at the hospital.
In light of the ongoing attacks on commercial shipping and civilian infrastructure in the region, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs issued a statement urging an end to such actions and calling for the restoration of safe navigation and commerce in international waters. Other vessels reportedly affected by similar attacks in recent days include Maran Gas Mystras, Gas Vela, Cameroon Prosperity, and Ghana Prosperity, with videos emerging of a fire aboard Cameroon Prosperity following a strike.
