I survived a missile strike in the Strait of Hormuz, but my friend has not been found
Summary
A missile hit the oil tanker Skylight near the Strait of Hormuz, causing a fire and chaos on board. The attack killed the ship’s captain and one crew member, Dalip Rathore, whose body has not been found, while others, including Sunil Puniya, survived. The strike is part of a larger conflict disrupting one of the world’s busiest shipping routes and affecting thousands of seafarers.Key Facts
- The missile struck the oil tanker Skylight near the Strait of Hormuz on March 1.
- The ship was US-sanctioned and traveling from Dubai.
- The missile hit the engine room, causing a fire and blackout on the ship.
- Sunil Puniya survived, but his friend and crew member Dalip Rathore went missing and is presumed dead.
- The Oman Navy rescued survivors from the water after the attack.
- The Strait of Hormuz is a key route for about 20% of the world’s oil and gas shipments.
- Since the conflict began, 38 commercial ships have been hit near the strait, causing many vessels to become stranded.
- Over 20,000 seafarers are currently stuck in the Gulf, with many facing unpaid wages and difficult conditions.
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