Indonesian Embassy Coordinates with UAE and Oman Authorities Following Explosion of Musaffah 2 Vessel in Strait of Hormuz
JAKARTA — The Indonesian Embassy in the United Arab Emirates is currently coordinating with local authorities regarding the explosion of the Musaffah 2 vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, waters between the UAE and Oman, in the early hours of Friday, 6 March 2026.
“We have already communicated with the vessel’s owner. However, regarding the cause of the explosion, we are awaiting the results of the investigation by local authorities,” said Yudha Nugraha, Indonesian Ambassador to the UAE, as reported by Kompas TV on Monday, 9 March 2026.
Since the incident, the Indonesian Embassy in Abu Dhabi has been coordinating with UAE authorities and the company involved. The embassy has also coordinated with the Indonesian Embassy in Muscat, as the incident location is in Omani waters.
Yudha noted that the situation in the Strait of Hormuz is extremely dangerous. “They (authorities) cannot yet confirm the cause, because we understand the situation in the Strait of Hormuz is currently quite dangerous, and we continue to monitor and track the investigation process,” he explained.
When asked whether the explosion of the Musaffah 2 is linked to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz due to escalating tensions in the Middle East, Yudha stated it would be premature to make such an assumption. “The incident occurred at night, at 02.00 in the early morning, so even eyewitnesses cannot confirm what caused the explosion. We await the investigation results,” he clarified.
Yudha noted that the Indonesian Embassy has issued precautionary advisories to Indonesian nationals in the UAE since the escalation of security concerns in the Gulf region. Following Iran’s attack on the UAE on 28 February, the embassy established Alert Level 3 status for all Indonesian nationals in the country, including ship crews working in waters around the Strait of Hormuz.
“We certainly hope they can increase their vigilance and take protective measures in advance,” he explained.
The embassy has also requested Indonesian nationals to immediately contact the Embassy in Abu Dhabi or the Indonesian Consulate General in Dubai if they face emergency situations. Additionally, the ambassador reiterated the importance of registration for Indonesian nationals residing in the UAE.