Attack in Hormuz: India summons Iranian envoy over death of Indian crew member

NEW DELHI: India has summoned Iran's Deputy Ambassador after an Indian crew member was killed in an Iranian attack on two UAE oil tankers near the Strait of Hormuz. Eight people were injured in the attack, including six Indian nationals and two Ukrainians. Four of the injured are reported to be in critical condition. The attack came after Iran launched retaliatory strikes following the US attack on Tehran.

Following India's expression of concern over the incident, the Ministry of External Affairs summoned Mohammad Javad Hosseini, Iran's Deputy Chief of Mission, along with other Iranian diplomats.

In a statement, the ministry called for dialogue to restore peace in the region and urged all sides to take immediate steps to de-escalate the conflict. It also called for an end to attacks on commercial vessels and civilian infrastructure.

The ministry further stressed that the free and uninterrupted movement of shipping and trade through international waterways in the region should be restored as soon as possible in accordance with international law.

The attack targeted the UAE tankers Mombasa and Al Bahiyah while they were passing through Omani waters. According to reports, Iranian cruise missiles struck the vessels during their voyage.

The UAE condemned the attack, calling it a violation of international law. Meanwhile, the US Central Command said it had launched a new phase of military operations against Iran. US President Donald Trump also warned that the United States would continue carrying out strong attacks on Iran.