
Muscat: The Indian Embassy in Muscat on Monday expressed gratitude to Omani authorities for their swift rescue operation after an incident involving the vessel MT Marivex off the coast of Oman.
In a post on X, the Embassy confirmed that all 24 Indian crew members onboard the ship had been safely rescued.
“We are thankful to the Omani authorities for their swift response and rescue of all the 24 crew members of Indian nationality onboard MT Marivex, and ensuring their safety,” the Embassy said.
Earlier, the Embassy had stated that it was closely monitoring the situation and coordinating with Omani authorities following reports that the vessel had come under attack.
The incident had raised concerns over the safety of the crew, prompting immediate engagement between Indian diplomatic officials and Omani authorities. The successful rescue operation ensured that all seafarers were brought to safety without loss of life.
The Embassy has not yet provided further details about the circumstances of the attack or the condition of the rescue