A vessel flying the Indian flag sank in the Strait of Hormuz after being attacked.

According to Omani officials and a maritime data company, a vessel flying the Indian flag sank this week in the Strait of Hormuz after being attacked off the coast of Oman. India's Ministry of External Affairs stated that all crew members were rescued by Omani authorities, but did not identify the attackers.

Maritime data company Windward stated that the vessel is suspected to have sunk following a drone attack. Two Omani officials familiar with the situation said the vessel was transporting goats at the time of the incident. The specific circumstances of the sinking are still under investigation. (Jin Shi)