MV CAPE DAO Missile Strike Oman – What Happened Near Strait of Hormuz
MV CAPE DAO Missile Strike Oman – What Happened?
In This Article: Suraj Yadav, What Happened, Rescue, Strait of Hormuz Crisis
MV CAPE DAO missile strike Oman leaves one Indian seafarer dead and ship on fire and adrift near Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, September 23, 2026.The Antigua & Barbuda-flagged bulk carrier M.V. CAPE DAO (IMO 9219020) was reportedly struck by two missiles at around 6:35 AM GMT while transiting from Mina Saqr Port, UAE to India.
A total of 28 crew members were onboard, including 20 Indian sailors. One Indian seafarer, 20-year-old Suraj Yadav from Deoria, Uttar Pradesh, died of head injuries. 19 Indian sailors were safely evacuated by the Royal Navy of Oman and are currently ashore.
MV CAPE DAO Missile Strike Oman – What Happened?
MV CAPE DAO missile strike Oman leaves one Indian seafarer
MV CAPE DAO missile strike Oman happened off the Omani coast, 4.6 km off Musandam exclave near Strait of Hormuz, according to UKMTO.The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) issued a red alert saying: “Company Security Officer reports vessel struck by unknown projectile. Vessel is on fire and adrift.
All crew evacuated with 2 casualties reported.”Forward Seamen’s Union of India (FSUI) said the ship took two hits — one on the engine room and another on C-Deck (accommodation). The vessel is 289-metre-long bulk carrier with 170,000 tonnes capacity.The ship was sailing through a temporary corridor established by Oman in coordination with IMO along the Omani side of Strait of Hormuz to avoid Iran-US war zone.
Indian Seafarer Suraj Yadav from Deoria Among DeadMV CAPE DAO
missile strike Oman victim identified as Wiper Suraj Yadav, 26-year-old from Deoria district, Uttar Pradesh. FSUI confirmed he was working as Wiper in engine department.
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said: “My heartfelt condolences to family of young Indian seafarer, Suraj Yadav who tragically succumbed to head injuries following missile attack on M.V. CAPE DAO off Oman coast.
Entire nation stands with his family.”Government of India will bring mortal remains home with full dignity and extend full support to family, minister added.Indian Embassy in Oman said: “
We are closely monitoring the attack on MV Cape Dao today while transiting toward India, and are in close coordination with Omani authorities regarding safety of all crew including 19 Indian nationals. We are deeply saddened by loss of one Indian national.”
Strait of Hormuz Tensions Escalate Amid Iran WarMV CAPE DAO
missile strike Oman is latest in series of attacks on commercial shipping in Strait of Hormuz amid Iran war that began in February 2026.At least 23 sailors have been killed since war began, as per International Maritime Organization.
Traffic through Strait of Hormuz carries 20% of world’s oil.Neither Iran nor US claimed responsibility for this strike. UKMTO has not identified weapon or attacker.FSUI wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking urgent protection for Indian seafarers, demanding naval escorts and National Crisis Management Team.
Union said Indian sailors are being “slaughtered in silence” in Gulf of Oman.Ministry of External Affairs condemned attack and called for dialogue and diplomacy to restore safe shipping.Read Also: Trump Iran War UNGA 2026: Iran Says US Threat Shows Dead EndSource: UKMTO Report – MV CAPE DAO Under Attack and Indian Embassy Oman Statement
The MV CAPE DAO missile strike Oman incident has raised serious concerns for maritime safety in Gulf of Oman. With 20 Indian seafarers onboard out of 28 total crew, the attack highlights risks faced by Indian sailors in conflict zone.
Indian government is coordinating with Omani authorities for repatriation of rescued sailors.
The Strait of Hormuz remains volatile as Iran war continues since February 2026, disrupting global oil shipping routes. Maritime unions demand naval protection for commercial vessels transiting through the region. This latest missile attack near Oman shows Strait of Hormuz crisis is deepening daily.
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Source: Indian Embassy Oman Statement on MV CAPE DAO Attack and UKMTO Incident Report