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Indian Seafarer Killed In Iran ‘Suicide Boat’ Attack On US-Linked Tanker Safesea Vishnu Near Iraq

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An Indian crew member has died after a suspected Iranian “suicide” boat struck an oil tanker operating near Iraq’s southern coast, underscoring the growing dangers facing commercial shipping in the Persian Gulf amid escalating regional tensions.

The tanker, identified as Safesea Vishnu, was attacked close to the Khor Al Zubair Port while operating inside Iraqi territorial waters. The vessel sails under the Marshall Islands flag and was reportedly engaged in a ship-to-ship transfer operation at the time of the incident.

Attack Reported In Ship-to-Ship Transfer Zone

According to sources cited by Press Trust of India, the strike occurred on Wednesday in waters near Basra, a major hub for Iraq’s oil exports. The tanker was positioned in a designated transfer zone when a small vessel allegedly packed with explosives rammed into it.

Farhan al-Fartousi, director-general of Iraq’s General Company for Ports, confirmed the incident through the Iraqi News Agency. He said the attack targeted a ship operating in the Persian Gulf region and involved what officials described as a suicide boat.

Indian Sailor Killed, Crew Rescued

Authorities said one Indian national aboard the tanker was killed during the assault. His identity has not yet been publicly disclosed.

The remaining 27 crew members and personnel on board were successfully rescued following the strike. They were transported to Basra, where they underwent medical examinations and received assistance from local authorities.

Sources linked to the vessel’s operator said the company was deeply shaken by the loss and called on the Indian government to strongly condemn the attack. They also urged urgent international measures to ensure the safety of seafarers operating in volatile waters.

Concerns For Indian Seafarers

Industry experts warn that the incident highlights the vulnerability of Indian sailors working on global merchant fleets. Indians account for more than 15 percent of the world’s seafaring workforce, making them one of the largest national groups employed in maritime shipping.

With tensions rising across West Asia, maritime professionals fear that commercial vessels—and the multinational crews working aboard them—could increasingly become unintended casualties of geopolitical conflict.

Tanker Details & Growing Maritime Risks

The Safesea Vishnu, built in 2007, is a crude oil tanker measuring approximately 228.6 metres in length and 32.57 metres in width. According to maritime tracking platforms, the vessel has a gross tonnage of 42,010 and a deadweight tonnage of 73,976.

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