Thirteen Indians Missing in Oman Oil Tanker Capsize

Thirteen Indian crew members are among the 16 missing after a Comoros-flagged oil tanker, 'Prestige Falcon,' capsized off the coast of Oman. The tanker was en route to Yemen's Aden port from Dubai when it sunk. Oman's Maritime Security Centre is conducting search and rescue operations.

Thirteen Indian crew members are among the 16 missing after the Comoros-flagged oil tanker 'Prestige Falcon' capsized off the coast of Oman.

The vessel capsized 25 nautical miles southeast of Ras Madrakah in the Wilayat of Duqm, prompting Oman's Maritime Security Centre to activate a search and rescue operation in coordination with other authorities.

The ship, which included 13 Indians and 3 Sri Lankans, was en route to the Yemeni port city of Aden after departing from Dubai's Hamriya port. The search for the missing crew members continues.

(With inputs from agencies.)