Omani navy rescues cargo ship crew after missile strike near Strait of Hormuz

MUSCAT, 4th March, 2026 (WAM) -- The Royal Navy of Oman has rescued the 24-member crew of a cargo ship following a rapid response to a report that the Malta-flagged vessel had been struck by two missiles near the Strait of Hormuz.

According to the Oman News Agency, all crew members were successfully evacuated and provided with the necessary medical and health care, and were confirmed to be in good health.

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