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India condemns attacks on commercial vessels in Strait of Hormuz, seeks rescue of two missing Indian seafarers
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 12 Oct 2026, 07:38 AM
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India has denounced recent strikes on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz after two Indian crew members went missing, and its embassy in Muscat is coordinating rescue efforts with Omani authorities and ship owners.
New Delhi condemned the recent attacks on commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, calling for an immediate end to the strikes that have endangered seafarers. The statement came after reports that two Indian crew members aboard a merchant ship went missing following the incident.
The Indian Embassy in Muscat said it is working closely with Omani authorities and the ship's management companies to locate the missing seafarers and provide any required assistance. Officials emphasized that the safety of Indian nationals at sea is a top priority.
India urged all parties in the region to respect international maritime law and to ensure the free flow of trade through this strategic waterway. The ministry also warned that any further aggression could have broader implications for regional security and global commerce.
No further details on the identity of the vessel or the exact circumstances of the disappearance have been released, and the situation remains under close monitoring by both Indian and Omani officials.
The Indian Embassy in Muscat said it is working closely with Omani authorities and the ship's management companies to locate the missing seafarers and provide any required assistance. Officials emphasized that the safety of Indian nationals at sea is a top priority.
India urged all parties in the region to respect international maritime law and to ensure the free flow of trade through this strategic waterway. The ministry also warned that any further aggression could have broader implications for regional security and global commerce.
No further details on the identity of the vessel or the exact circumstances of the disappearance have been released, and the situation remains under close monitoring by both Indian and Omani officials.