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Rescues in Gulf waters after tanker fire and US helicopter crash

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Posted Jun 9, 2026, 03:00 PM UTC · In the digest of 2026-06-09-1500
Rescues in Gulf waters after tanker fire and US helicopter crash

Indian authorities confirmed the safe rescue of all 24 Indian seafarers from a tanker that caught fire off Oman's coast. Separately, a US sea drone rescued two US army helicopter crew members after a crash.

Indian authorities confirmed the safe rescue of all 24 Indian seafarers from a tanker that caught fire off Oman's coast. The incident occurred after the vessel was reportedly struck by US forces. Crew members had sent distress signals, indicating the unladen tanker was ablaze and in danger of sinking. Separately, two US army helicopter crew members were rescued by an American sea drone after their aircraft crashed near the Strait of Hormuz. US officials stated this was the first such drone operation. Both soldiers were safely recovered within approximately two hours and are in stable condition. These events mark recent incidents affecting maritime and military operations in the sensitive Gulf region.

Sources: BBC News

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