22 Crew Rescued By UAE National Guard After Cargo Ship Fire

Representation image The UAE National Guard rescued all 22 crew members of a cargo ship that caught fire in the Gulf of Oman, according to a statement issued on November 8, 2026. The Coast Guard said in a post on the social media platform X that it launched the operation after the ship’s crew reported the fire. Specialised teams were sent immediately to locate the vessel. The crew was brought to safety. The crew, all Arab nationals, received basic medical aid on the spot before the concerned authorities took charge of them. The National Guard said that all 22 of them are in stable condition. It added that the operation reflected the readiness of its personnel to respond to maritime emergencies and their commitment to protecting lives. However, the National Guard did not name the ship or its flag, nor did it say what caused the fire. According to UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO), it…