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India Protests U.S. After Tanker Strike Leaves Sailors Missing

According to U.S. Central Command, American forces disabled the Palau-flagged tanker Settebello on Wednesday after alleging the vessel was attempting to transport Iranian oil in violation of a U.S.-enforced maritime blockade.

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Three sailors missing in second Indian-crewed Vessel Attack off Oman. Pic via(@business)

India has formally protested to the United States after a U.S. military operation against an oil tanker near Oman left three Indian crew members missing, raising concerns about the safety of commercial shipping in the increasingly volatile Gulf region.

According to U.S. Central Command, American forces disabled the Palau-flagged tanker Settebello on Wednesday after alleging the vessel was attempting to transport Iranian oil in violation of a U.S.-enforced maritime blockade.

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The operation reportedly involved precision strikes targeting the ship’s engine room after the crew failed to comply with instructions issued by U.S. forces.

Twenty-one of the 24 crew members aboard were rescued, but three Indian nationals remain unaccounted for.

In response, India summoned a senior U.S. diplomat in New Delhi and lodged what officials described as a strong protest over the incident.

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India’s Ministry of External Affairs called the development deeply concerning and said its embassy in Oman is working with local authorities to support ongoing search-and-rescue efforts.

The government has also sought further information regarding the circumstances surrounding the operation.

The incident comes amid rising tensions and growing security risks in and around the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global energy corridor.

It follows another recent attack on a tanker in the region, underscoring concerns about the safety of international shipping routes as geopolitical tensions persist.

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