RNO vessel evacuates 16 crew members following strike on Saudi oil tanker off Musandam

Muscat: The Maritime Security Center has announced the conclusion of its support and assistance operations for the Saudi-flagged oil tanker SIDR following an attack approximately two nautical miles northwest of the Governorate of Musandam. The vessel was struck by a projectile, resulting in the deaths of two crew members among the 25-person team onboard.A Royal Navy of Oman (RNO) vessel rendered immediate logistical support to the tanker and successfully evacuated 16 crew members while ensuring necessary medical care was provided. Omani authorities confirmed that all relevant support operations for the tanker have now been fully finalised following the stabilisation and rescue procedures.