A file picture of the GFS Galaxy. Photo: Vesselfinder.comInfoAttacks on commercial shipping in the region are deeply worrisome, says India's Ministry ⁠of External AffairsThe NationalJuly 12, 2026The Indian government condemned an Iranian strike on a ship off the Omani coast on Sunday.One Indian ​national ​is ​missing ⁠after an attack on ⁠the commercial ​vessel GFS, said the country's Ministry ⁠of External Affairs.We condemn the attack on the commercial vessel GFS Galaxy off the coast of Oman, earlier today," read a statement from the ministry."Of the 11 Indian nationals on board, 10 have been rescued so far, while 1 Indian National is reportedly missing. "Our Embassy in Oman is closely monitoring the situation and proactively coordinating with the Omani authorities in the ongoing Search and Rescue operation. We thank the Omani authorities for their support."Continuing incidents of attacks on commercial shipping in the region are deeply worrisome, the ministry added."We reiterate our call for immediate de-escalation of tensions, and the conclusion of ongoing negotiations for a diplomatic solution so that peace and stability can return to the region," the statement read."The targeting of commercial shipping and civilian infrastructure in the region must end, and free and unimpeded navigation and commerce through the international waterways in the region, in keeping with international law, must be restored at the earliest."Iran said earlier on Sunday it had fired a warning shot that struck a vessel traveling on an unapproved route.Missiles were fired at the Gulf states on Sunday but did not enter UAE territory, the emergency authority Ncema has said. Two public alerts were issued in the Emirates, with Ncema adding that alerts are issued "proactively, even when the likelihood of impact is low".Updated: July 12, 2026, 8:30 AM