India Condemns Attacks on Commercial Vessels in Strait of Hormuz; One Indian Seafarer Killed, Several Injured
The Voice of Chandigarh News
India has strongly condemned the attacks on two commercial vessels, MT Al Bahiyah and MT Mombasa, during their transit through the Strait of Hormuz, describing the incidents as unacceptable acts of violence against seafarers and a serious threat to the safety of international maritime navigation.
According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the two vessels had a combined crew of 46, including 30 Indian seafarers. Of the 12 Indian nationals aboard MT Al Bahiyah, one tragically lost his life while another sustained injuries. On MT Mombasa, which carried 18 Indian crew members, nine Indians were injured, including two who are reported to be in serious condition.
The Government of India expressed its deepest condolences to the family of the deceased seafarer and wished a speedy recovery to those injured.
The MEA said that India’s Mission and Consulate in the United Arab Emirates are closely monitoring the situation and remain in constant contact with the UAE authorities to ensure all possible assistance and support for the affected Indian nationals.
In response to the attacks, the Deputy Chief of Mission of the Embassy of Iran in New Delhi was summoned by the Ministry of External Affairs, where India lodged a strong diplomatic protest over the incidents.
India strongly condemned the attacks on commercial shipping and emphasized that such acts endanger the lives of civilian seafarers while disrupting the free and safe movement of vessels through one of the world’s most strategic maritime routes.
The government also expressed deep concern over the renewed escalation of hostilities in the West Asian region and called for an immediate cessation of violence. It urged all parties to return to dialogue and diplomacy in the interest of regional peace, security, and stability.
Reiterating its commitment to the principles of international law, India stressed that attacks on commercial shipping and civilian infrastructure must cease immediately to ensure the restoration of free, safe, and unimpeded navigation and commerce through international waterways, including the Strait of Hormuz.
