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Qatari LNG Ship with Indian Crew Attacked Near Hormuz Strait
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 07 Jul 2026, 11:47 PM
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A Qatari liquefied natural gas (LNG) vessel, en route to Gujarat and carrying four Indian crew members, has reportedly been struck in a suspected drone attack in the waters near the Strait of Hormuz.
A Qatari liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier has been impacted in an incident believed to be a drone attack. The vessel was sailing towards Gujarat, India, and had four Indian nationals among its crew.
The attack reportedly occurred in the vicinity of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil and gas shipments. Details regarding the extent of damage to the ship and the condition of the crew are emerging.
This incident highlights ongoing security concerns in the vital shipping lanes of the Persian Gulf region.
The attack reportedly occurred in the vicinity of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil and gas shipments. Details regarding the extent of damage to the ship and the condition of the crew are emerging.
This incident highlights ongoing security concerns in the vital shipping lanes of the Persian Gulf region.