The UAE National Guard announced on Sunday, November 8, 2026, that Coast Guard forces had rescued 22 crew members from a cargo ship following a fire in the Sea of Oman. All those rescued are nationals of Arab countries and were reported to be in good health.

According to a statement by the UAE National Guard, the rescue operation began after the ship’s crew reported the fire. Emergency teams responded immediately, located the vessel and rescued all 22 people on board.

The National Guard said the survivors received first aid before being handed over to the relevant authorities. It added that the operation demonstrated the Coast Guard’s readiness and operational capabilities in responding rapidly to maritime emergencies and protecting seafarers’ lives.

The vessel’s name and flag, the exact location and time of the fire, the cause of the incident and the extent of any damage have not yet been disclosed. It also remains unclear whether the fire was fully extinguished or what happened to the vessel after the crew was rescued.