A Thai bulk carrier travelling in the crucial Strait of Hormuz was attacked on Wednesday (March 11, 2026), with 20 crew members rescued so far, the Thai Navy said. Photos shared by the Royal Thai Navy showed heavy black smoke billowing from the hull and superstructure of the Thai-registered Mayuree Naree, with life rafts floating in the water. The Omani Navy had rescued 20 sailors and "efforts are currently underway to rescue the remaining three crew members", it said. Iran has launched strikes against its oil-exporting neighbours, threatening shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and plunging the global energy economy into crisis. The Thai Navy said it is owned by a Thai transport company, Precious Shipping.

Source: The Hindu March 11, 2026 14:01 UTC