Three Indians killed in American attack

• Action in Gulf of Oman amid US-Iran war

• Missile fired at a vessel carrying Indian crew members

• 21 of 24 Indians rescued safely

• US claims attack carried out for breaching its blockade

• India strongly condemns the action

Muscat (Oman) – Three Indian seafarers, Aditya Sharma, Shivanand Chaurasia and Suresh, were killed in a missile attack carried out by the US Navy on the oil tanker Settebello in the Gulf of Oman. Manoj Yadav, General Secretary of the Forward Seamen’s Union of India, has confirmed reports of the attack.

Second attack within 24 hours; 24 Indian crew members were on board

A total of 28 crew members were on board the Settebello. These included 24 Indians, 2 Pakistanis, 1 Russian and 1 Ukrainian citizen. The vessel was travelling from the Chinese port of Lianyungang to Fujairah in the United Arab Emirates. After the United States fired a missile at the vessel, a massive fire broke out in the engine room. The armed forces and navy of Oman immediately launched rescue operations and safely evacuated 21 Indian crew members. This was the second major attack by the US Navy within 24 hours on a vessel carrying Indian crew members.

Attack carried out for breaching the US blockade: United States

Defending the attack, the United States stated that it had completely blockaded Iranian ports since 13 April. According to the US, the vessel Settebello repeatedly violated warnings and instructions issued by the US Navy. It was attacked because it attempted to breach the American blockade.

🚨 US-Iran War: 3 Indians Killed after US Missile Attack in Oman Sea!

Palau-flagged oil tanker MT Settebello carrying 24 Indian crew members was targeted by the US for allegedly breaching a blockade.

While 21 Indians were safely rescued, 3 tragically lost their lives.… pic.twitter.com/AyiUxETyTk

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India summons US envoy; Strong protest lodged

The American action has severely strained diplomatic relations between India and the United States, two friendly nations. Following the incident, Additional Secretary of India’s Ministry of External Affairs, Nagaraj Naidu, summoned Acting US Ambassador Jason Meeks to the Ministry and lodged a strong protest.

India warned that it would not tolerate any American military action that endangered the lives of Indian seafarers. It also demanded that the United States immediately stop targeting commercial vessels on international waterways. In response, the US Government stated, “We are in direct contact with the Government of India regarding this matter.”

India is closely monitoring the situation: Ministry of External Affairs

India’s Ministry of External Affairs stated that the Indian Embassy was closely monitoring the situation. Omani authorities are actively coordinating rescue operations. The Ministry further stated that the continuing attacks on vessels in the region are extremely concerning. It reiterated India’s call for an immediate reduction in tensions between the United States and Iran and for the completion of ongoing negotiations aimed at achieving a diplomatic solution. The Ministry added that if tensions are reduced, peace and stability can once again return to the region.

Another ship was attacked near the coast of Oman

The vessel MT Jalveer was also attacked near the Omani coast. A video showing the ship on fire has been widely circulated. However, details regarding the incident have not yet emerged. Indian officials said that they are closely monitoring developments in the region.

Editorial Perspective

India should not stop at merely registering a verbal protest against American high-handedness; it should teach the United States a lesson that it will remember!