Omani navy rescues cargo ship crew after missile strike

The Royal Navy of Oman has rescued all 24 crew members of a cargo ship after the Malta-flagged vessel was reportedly struck by two missiles near the Strait of Hormuz.

Oman News Agency says the crew were safely evacuated, given medical checks and are in good health.

The Royal Navy of #Oman has responded to a distress call regarding a cargo vessel, flagged to the State of #Malta, which was struck by two missiles in the vicinity of the Strait of #Hormuz. The ship's crew of 24 personnel has been rescued and provided with requisite medical… pic.twitter.com/Vau8ErwqZ5

— Oman News Agency (@ONA_eng) March 4, 2026