Muscat:Oman announced the medical evacuation of an injured crew member from an Indian boat that was targeted in the Strait of Hormuz. The operation was conducted by the Royal Air Force of Oman in coordination with relevant authorities.

According to Anadolu Agency – English, the evacuation involved airlifting the injured individual from Khasab Hospital in Musandam to Khawla Hospital in Muscat for specialized medical care. The announcement was made through a statement on the social media platform X.

The Royal Navy of Oman had previously evacuated 25 crew members from a commercial vessel that caught fire after an attack near Musandam. Additionally, the UK Maritime Trade Operations reported a tanker fire in the same area, caused by explosive devices. These incidents highlight the increasing security threats in the Arabian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz, amid ongoing tensions between Iran and the US.