BANGKOK – Thailand’s Foreign Minister announced Wednesday that three sailors have died following last month’s assault on a Thai-registered ship in the Strait of Hormuz.
Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow revealed the fatalities during a Wednesday press briefing, confirming the deaths of crew members aboard the vessel that came under attack in the critical waterway.
According to Thai officials, Oman’s naval forces successfully rescued 20 crew members following the incident, which resulted in a blast at the ship’s rear section and ignited flames in the engine compartment.
Phuangketkeow announced plans to visit Oman during the middle of April to request help in working with Iranian authorities to ensure safe transit for nine additional Thai vessels currently trapped in the Strait of Hormuz.
Officials noted that one Thai petroleum tanker successfully navigated through the strategic passage in recent weeks without being forced to make any payments to avoid the maritime blockade.
