Two Filipino seafarers were killed after a Saudi oil tanker was hit while passing through the Strait of Hormuz earlier this week, Saudi Arabia's national shipping company Bahri said on Wednesday (Sep 2), as tensions once again flared between the United States and Iran.The attack occurred late on Monday, with a Greek security firm initially reporting that “unknown projectiles” had struck the vessel. Bahri later confirmed that its tanker, the SIDR, had been involved in the incident and that two Filipino crew members had died.“Bahri confirms that its vessel SIDR was involved in a security incident while transiting the Strait of Hormuz,” the company said on X, confirming “the loss of its two Filipino seafarers.”<h2>Two tankers struck in Hormuz</h2>The SIDR was among two oil tankers struck overnight from Monday to Tuesday, according to Greek maritime risk management firm Marisks. Both vessels had loaded about two million barrels of crude at Juaymah on Saudi Arabia's eastern coast last week, Kpler data showed.Iran's Revolutionary Guards said on Wednesday that two tankers caught fire after hitting mines while transiting the strategic waterway.The incident comes after fresh exchanges of attacks between Washington and Tehran this week. The US renewed strikes on Iran, while Tehran responded with attacks in the Gulf, mainly targeting American assets.<h2>Hormuz blockade deepens deadlock</h2>Six months into the war, neither side appears close to a breakthrough. Iran has disrupted shipping through Hormuz with its blockade, while the US has maintained a counter-blockade on Iranian ports.Tehran has said it wants to impose service fees and has targeted ships it accuses of bypassing its preferred transit route through the strait.Commercial shipping moved freely through Hormuz before the conflict, but attacks on vessels have increasingly turned the narrow waterway into a flashpoint. Similar incidents previously helped derail an April ceasefire between the US and Iran, raising fears that the latest attacks could further complicate efforts to calm the conflict.The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical artery for global energy trade, making every new attack closely watched far beyond the Gulf. &nbsp;

Two Filipino sailors were killed after a Saudi oil tanker was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, as fresh US-Iran fighting raised tensions in the vital shipping route.

Two Filipino seafarers were killed after a Saudi oil tanker was hit while passing through the Strait of Hormuz earlier this week, Saudi Arabia's national shipping company Bahri said on Wednesday (Sep 2), as tensions once again flared between the United States and Iran. The attack occurred late on Monday, with a Greek security firm initially reporting that “unknown projectiles” had struck the vessel. Bahri later confirmed that its tanker, the SIDR, had been involved in the incident and that two Filipino crew members had died. “Bahri confirms that its vessel SIDR was involved in a security incident while transiting the Strait of Hormuz,” the company said on X, confirming “the loss of its two Filipino seafarers.” Two tankers struck in Hormuz The SIDR was among two oil tankers struck overnight from Monday to Tuesday, according to Greek maritime risk management firm Marisks. Both vessels had loaded about two million barrels of crude at Juaymah on Saudi Arabia's eastern coast last week, Kpler data showed. Iran's Revolutionary Guards said on Wednesday that two tankers caught fire after hitting mines while transiting the strategic waterway. The incident comes after fresh exchanges of attacks between Washington and Tehran this week. The US renewed strikes on Iran, while Tehran responded with attacks in the Gulf, mainly targeting American assets. Hormuz blockade deepens deadlock Six months into the war, neither side appears close to a breakthrough. Iran has disrupted shipping through Hormuz with its blockade, while the US has maintained a counter-blockade on Iranian ports. Tehran has said it wants to impose service fees and has targeted ships it accuses of bypassing its preferred transit route through the strait. Commercial shipping moved freely through Hormuz before the conflict, but attacks on vessels have increasingly turned the narrow waterway into a flashpoint. Similar incidents previously helped derail an April ceasefire between the US and Iran, raising fears that the latest attacks could further complicate efforts to calm the conflict. The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical artery for global energy trade, making every new attack closely watched far beyond the Gulf.

Two Filipino sailors were killed after a Saudi oil tanker was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, as fresh US-Iran fighting raised tensions in the vital shipping route.

Two Filipino seafarers killed after Saudi tanker hit in Strait of Hormuz

A commercial vessel carrying Indian sailors has come under attack off the coast of Oman, triggering fresh concerns over maritime security in the Gulf amid escalating US-Iran tensions. The Indian Embassy in Muscat, in a statement, said it is monitoring the situation involving MT Jalveer near Shinas port. In a statement, officials said: “We have learnt of an incident involving a vessel off Shinas port of Oman, earlier today. We are closely monitoring the situation and coordinating with the local authorities for further details.”Reports indicate a fire broke out in the vessel's engine room and funnel area. Details on the nature of the attack, casualties, or the exact number of Indian crew members remain limited as rescue operations continue. This latest incident is the most recent in a string of attacks on merchant vessels in the Gulf of Oman, a critical choke point for global oil shipments near the Strait of Hormuz.Just days ago, on or around 8 June, the Palau-flagged tanker MT Marivex, carrying 24 Indian crew members, was struck by a US precision munition fired from an F/A-18 Super Hornet. The US Central Command said the unladen vessel violated its naval blockade by attempting to sail to an Iranian port and ignored warnings. A fire erupted, but all 24 Indian seafarers were safely rescued by Omani forces and airlifted to safety with no reported injuries.The following day, another Palau-flagged tanker, MT Settebello, was hit in similar circumstances. Of its 24 Indian crew, 21 were rescued, but 3 sailors, Aditya Sharma, Shivanand Chaurasiya &amp; Patnala Suresh died. India summoned a US diplomat in protest over the loss of civilian lives.

Reports indicate a fire broke out in the vessel's engine room and funnel area. Details on the nature of the attack, casualties, or the exact number of Indian crew members remain limited as rescue operations continue.

A commercial vessel carrying Indian sailors has come under attack off the coast of Oman, triggering fresh concerns over maritime security in the Gulf amid escalating US-Iran tensions. The Indian Embassy in Muscat, in a statement, said it is monitoring the situation involving MT Jalveer near Shinas port. In a statement, officials said: “We have learnt of an incident involving a vessel off Shinas port of Oman, earlier today. We are closely monitoring the situation and coordinating with the local authorities for further details.” Reports indicate a fire broke out in the vessel's engine room and funnel area. Details on the nature of the attack, casualties, or the exact number of Indian crew members remain limited as rescue operations continue. This latest incident is the most recent in a string of attacks on merchant vessels in the Gulf of Oman, a critical choke point for global oil shipments near the Strait of Hormuz. Just days ago, on or around 8 June, the Palau-flagged tanker MT Marivex, carrying 24 Indian crew members, was struck by a US precision munition fired from an F/A-18 Super Hornet. The US Central Command said the unladen vessel violated its naval blockade by attempting to sail to an Iranian port and ignored warnings. A fire erupted, but all 24 Indian seafarers were safely rescued by Omani forces and airlifted to safety with no reported injuries. The following day, another Palau-flagged tanker, MT Settebello, was hit in similar circumstances. Of its 24 Indian crew, 21 were rescued, but 3 sailors, Aditya Sharma, Shivanand Chaurasiya & Patnala Suresh died. India summoned a US diplomat in protest over the loss of civilian lives.

Reports indicate a fire broke out in the vessel's engine room and funnel area. Details on the nature of the attack, casualties, or the exact number of Indian crew members remain limited as rescue operations continue.

Tanker MT Jalveer carrying Indian sailors attacked off Oman coast

India on Wednesday (Jun 10) expressed deep concerns over the conflict in the Middle East at the United Nations Security Council Open Debate, urging all sides to exercise restraint, avoid escalation and prioritise the safety of civilians. India’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Parvathaneni Harish, firmly opposed the attacks on merchant shipping, condemning the loss of lives of Indian nationals in attacks against Gulf nations and commercial vessels. This comes after a US strike on a tanker off the coast of Oman earlier in the day. Three Indian crew members remain missing following the incident.Re-emphasising India’s position at the UN, Harish said, “We expressed our deep concern at the conflict in Iran and the Gulf region that, unfortunately, began in the holy month of Ramadan and urged all sides to exercise restraint, avoid escalation and prioritise the safety of civilians. The intensification of the conflict and its spread to other nations have evoked great anxiety. The mounting destruction and deaths and cessation of normal life and economic activities have deeply impacted India, a proximate neighbour with critical stakes in the security and stability of the region.”He added, “There are almost ten million Indian citizens who live and work in the Gulf region. Their safety and well-being are of the utmost priority to us. Our trade and energy supply chains are dependent on stability in the region, and any major disruption has serious consequences for the Indian economy.”Condemning the attacks that claimed the lives of Indian nationals, Harish said, “India is also firmly opposed to attacks on merchant shipping as many of our nationals are prominent in its global workforce. Many Indian nationals have lost their lives or are missing as a result of attacks against countries of the region and against merchant vessels and sea lanes of communication.”“In this background, India strongly reiterated its call for dialogue and diplomacy, avoiding impeding freedom of navigation and commerce, avoiding military targeting of commercial shipping, avoiding targeting of civilian population and infrastructure, and seeking an early end to the conflict. India expressed its support to all efforts aimed at peaceful resolution of issues,” the ambassador added.<h2>India summons US diplomat over strike on tanker</h2>On Wednesday (Jun 10), US forces struck Palau-flagged M/T Settebello in the Gulf of Oman. Out of 24 Indian crew members onboard the vessel, 21 were rescued while 3 were killed. India strongly condemned the incident and summoned the US Chargé d’Affaires Jason Meeks to register its protest, amid growing concern over escalating attacks on shipping in the volatile region.“Of the 24 Indian crew onboard, 21 Indians have been rescued thus far and 3 Indians are reportedly missing,” the MEA said in an earlier statement. “Our Embassy in Oman is closely monitoring the situation and proactively coordinating with the Omani authorities in the ongoing Search and Rescue operation.”The latest incident came a day after a US strike on another tanker, the Marivex, also carrying an all-Indian crew, which was safely evacuated.Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

India urged restraint at the UN over the Middle East conflict and condemned attacks on merchant ships after US forces struck a tanker off Oman, leaving three Indian crew members missing.

India on Wednesday (Jun 10) expressed deep concerns over the conflict in the Middle East at the United Nations Security Council Open Debate, urging all sides to exercise restraint, avoid escalation and prioritise the safety of civilians. India’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Parvathaneni Harish, firmly opposed the attacks on merchant shipping, condemning the loss of lives of Indian nationals in attacks against Gulf nations and commercial vessels. This comes after a US strike on a tanker off the coast of Oman earlier in the day. Three Indian crew members remain missing following the incident. Re-emphasising India’s position at the UN, Harish said, “We expressed our deep concern at the conflict in Iran and the Gulf region that, unfortunately, began in the holy month of Ramadan and urged all sides to exercise restraint, avoid escalation and prioritise the safety of civilians. The intensification of the conflict and its spread to other nations have evoked great anxiety. The mounting destruction and deaths and cessation of normal life and economic activities have deeply impacted India, a proximate neighbour with critical stakes in the security and stability of the region.” He added, “There are almost ten million Indian citizens who live and work in the Gulf region. Their safety and well-being are of the utmost priority to us. Our trade and energy supply chains are dependent on stability in the region, and any major disruption has serious consequences for the Indian economy.” Condemning the attacks that claimed the lives of Indian nationals, Harish said, “India is also firmly opposed to attacks on merchant shipping as many of our nationals are prominent in its global workforce. Many Indian nationals have lost their lives or are missing as a result of attacks against countries of the region and against merchant vessels and sea lanes of communication.” “In this background, India strongly reiterated its call for dialogue and diplomacy, avoiding impeding freedom of navigation and commerce, avoiding military targeting of commercial shipping, avoiding targeting of civilian population and infrastructure, and seeking an early end to the conflict. India expressed its support to all efforts aimed at peaceful resolution of issues,” the ambassador added. India summons US diplomat over strike on tanker On Wednesday (Jun 10), US forces struck Palau-flagged M/T Settebello in the Gulf of Oman. Out of 24 Indian crew members onboard the vessel, 21 were rescued while 3 were killed. India strongly condemned the incident and summoned the US Chargé d’Affaires Jason Meeks to register its protest, amid growing concern over escalating attacks on shipping in the volatile region. “Of the 24 Indian crew onboard, 21 Indians have been rescued thus far and 3 Indians are reportedly missing,” the MEA said in an earlier statement. “Our Embassy in Oman is closely monitoring the situation and proactively coordinating with the Omani authorities in the ongoing Search and Rescue operation.” The latest incident came a day after a US strike on another tanker, the Marivex, also carrying an all-Indian crew, which was safely evacuated. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

India urged restraint at the UN over the Middle East conflict and condemned attacks on merchant ships after US forces struck a tanker off Oman, leaving three Indian crew members missing.

‘Prioritise safety of civilians’: India urges restraint at UN after 3 killed in US strike on tanker

&nbsp;New Delhi: India has strongly condemned a US strike on a commercial tanker off the coast of Oman and summoned the US Chargé d’Affaires Jason Meeks to register its protest, amid growing concern over escalating attacks on shipping in the volatile region.&nbsp;The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) handed over a demarche to Jason Meeks during a 30-minute meeting at its headquarters in New Delhi. The move follows an attack earlier on Wednesday on the Palau-flagged vessel Settebello, which had 24 Indian crew members on board.&nbsp;“Of the 24 Indian crew onboard, 21 Indians have been rescued thus far and 3 Indians are reportedly missing,” the MEA said in a statement. “Our Embassy in Oman is closely monitoring the situation and proactively coordinating with the Omani authorities in the ongoing Search and Rescue operation.”&nbsp;The incident comes a day after a similar US strike on another tanker, the Marivex, also carrying an all-Indian crew, which was safely evacuated. Maritime sources link both vessels to Iran-related oil trade, with the US enforcing a blockade imposed in April amid heightened tensions in the Gulf.&nbsp;In its strongest reaction yet, India voiced deep alarm over the pattern of incidents. “The continuing incidents of attacks on shipping in the region are deeply worrisome and a direct result of the ongoing conflict in the region,” the MEA stated.&nbsp;“We reiterate our call for immediate de-escalation of tensions, and the conclusion of ongoing negotiations for a diplomatic solution so that peace and stability can return to the region. The targeting of commercial shipping and civilian infrastructure in the region must end, and free and unimpeded navigation and commerce through the international waterways in the region in keeping with international law must be restored at the earliest.”&nbsp;India, which relies heavily on energy imports through these routes, has repeatedly urged restraint as the broader West Asian conflict risks wider disruption to global trade. Omani authorities are leading rescue efforts, with the Indian embassy in Muscat actively involved.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) handed over a demarche to US Chargé d’Affaires Jason Meeks during a 30-minute meeting at its headquarters in New Delhi. The move follows an attack earlier on Wednesday on the Palau-flagged vessel Settebello, which had 24 Indian crew members on board.

New Delhi: India has strongly condemned a US strike on a commercial tanker off the coast of Oman and summoned the US Chargé d’Affaires Jason Meeks to register its protest, amid growing concern over escalating attacks on shipping in the volatile region. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) handed over a demarche to Jason Meeks during a 30-minute meeting at its headquarters in New Delhi. The move follows an attack earlier on Wednesday on the Palau-flagged vessel Settebello, which had 24 Indian crew members on board. “Of the 24 Indian crew onboard, 21 Indians have been rescued thus far and 3 Indians are reportedly missing,” the MEA said in a statement. “Our Embassy in Oman is closely monitoring the situation and proactively coordinating with the Omani authorities in the ongoing Search and Rescue operation.” The incident comes a day after a similar US strike on another tanker, the Marivex, also carrying an all-Indian crew, which was safely evacuated. Maritime sources link both vessels to Iran-related oil trade, with the US enforcing a blockade imposed in April amid heightened tensions in the Gulf. In its strongest reaction yet, India voiced deep alarm over the pattern of incidents. “The continuing incidents of attacks on shipping in the region are deeply worrisome and a direct result of the ongoing conflict in the region,” the MEA stated. “We reiterate our call for immediate de-escalation of tensions, and the conclusion of ongoing negotiations for a diplomatic solution so that peace and stability can return to the region. The targeting of commercial shipping and civilian infrastructure in the region must end, and free and unimpeded navigation and commerce through the international waterways in the region in keeping with international law must be restored at the earliest.” India, which relies heavily on energy imports through these routes, has repeatedly urged restraint as the broader West Asian conflict risks wider disruption to global trade. Omani authorities are leading rescue efforts, with the Indian embassy in Muscat actively involved.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) handed over a demarche to US Chargé d’Affaires Jason Meeks during a 30-minute meeting at its headquarters in New Delhi. The move follows an attack earlier on Wednesday on the Palau-flagged vessel Settebello, which had 24 Indian crew members on board.

India summons US diplomat over strike on tanker off Oman; three Indian crew missing

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Wednesday that the commercial tanker, Settebello, which was attacked off the coast of Oman earlier in the day, had 24 Indian crew on it, and three of them are still missing while 21 have been rescued. The ministry of external affairs also condemned the attack on a commercial vessel.&nbsp;The MEA said in a statement, “We condemn the attack on the commercial vessel Settebello off the coast of Oman, earlier today. Of the 24 Indian crew onboard, 21 Indians have been rescued thus far and 03 Indians are reportedly missing.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-he-may-keep-going-with-strikes-against-iran-target-power-plants-and-bridges-1781100224324">Trump says he may ‘keep going’ with strikes against Iran, target power plants and bridges</a>&nbsp;“Our Embassy in Oman is closely monitoring the situation and proactively coordinating with the Omani authorities in the ongoing Search and Rescue operation,” the statement added.&nbsp;The MEA raised concerns over the continued attacks on shipping in the region.It said, “The continuing incidents of attacks on shipping in the region are deeply worrisome and a direct result of the ongoing conflict in the region. We reiterate our call for immediate de-escalation of tensions, and the conclusion of ongoing negotiations for a diplomatic solution so that peace and stability can return to the region.“The targeting of commercial shipping and civilian infrastructure in the region must end, and free and unimpeded navigation and commerce through the international waterways in the region in keeping with international law must be restored at the earliest,” the MEA added.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/it-is-a-steel-wall-trump-says-us-blockade-most-successful-in-the-history-of-naval-warfare-1781095627604">‘It is a steel wall’: Trump says US blockade most successful in the history of naval warfare</a>&nbsp;United States and Iran traded strikes on Wednesday, testing the fragile ceasefire and threatening to derail the ceasefire talks which have been ongoing.&nbsp;The US military carried out strikes on 20 Iranian targets around the Strait of Hormuz in retaliation for Iran downing a US Apache helicopter.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-will-pay-the-price-warns-trump-says-tehran-missed-chance-for-deal-1781091348456">‘Iran will pay the price,’ warns Trump, says Tehran missed chance for ‘deal’</a>&nbsp;Iran subsequently carried out missile and drone attacks on US military bases in Jordan, Kuwait and Bahrain.&nbsp;US President Donald Trump later warned that Iran would have to “pay the price” as the Iranian leadership had taken “too long to negotiate a deal that would have been great for them”.&nbsp;&nbsp;Axios reported that US forces had attacked several Iranian air defence systems and radar systems around the strait.

The MEA raised concerns over the continued attacks on shipping in the region and said they are deeply worrisome and a direct result of the ongoing conflict in the region. The ministry reiterated the call for immediate de-escalation of tensions and conclusion of ongoing talks for a solution.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Wednesday that the commercial tanker, Settebello, which was attacked off the coast of Oman earlier in the day, had 24 Indian crew on it, and three of them are still missing while 21 have been rescued. The ministry of external affairs also condemned the attack on a commercial vessel. The MEA said in a statement, “We condemn the attack on the commercial vessel Settebello off the coast of Oman, earlier today. Of the 24 Indian crew onboard, 21 Indians have been rescued thus far and 03 Indians are reportedly missing.” Also Read: Trump says he may ‘keep going’ with strikes against Iran, target power plants and bridges “Our Embassy in Oman is closely monitoring the situation and proactively coordinating with the Omani authorities in the ongoing Search and Rescue operation,” the statement added. The MEA raised concerns over the continued attacks on shipping in the region. It said, “The continuing incidents of attacks on shipping in the region are deeply worrisome and a direct result of the ongoing conflict in the region. We reiterate our call for immediate de-escalation of tensions, and the conclusion of ongoing negotiations for a diplomatic solution so that peace and stability can return to the region. “The targeting of commercial shipping and civilian infrastructure in the region must end, and free and unimpeded navigation and commerce through the international waterways in the region in keeping with international law must be restored at the earliest,” the MEA added. Also Read: ‘It is a steel wall’: Trump says US blockade most successful in the history of naval warfare United States and Iran traded strikes on Wednesday, testing the fragile ceasefire and threatening to derail the ceasefire talks which have been ongoing. The US military carried out strikes on 20 Iranian targets around the Strait of Hormuz in retaliation for Iran downing a US Apache helicopter. Also Read: ‘Iran will pay the price,’ warns Trump, says Tehran missed chance for ‘deal’ Iran subsequently carried out missile and drone attacks on US military bases in Jordan, Kuwait and Bahrain. US President Donald Trump later warned that Iran would have to “pay the price” as the Iranian leadership had taken “too long to negotiate a deal that would have been great for them”. Axios reported that US forces had attacked several Iranian air defence systems and radar systems around the strait.

The MEA raised concerns over the continued attacks on shipping in the region and said they are deeply worrisome and a direct result of the ongoing conflict in the region. The ministry reiterated the call for immediate de-escalation of tensions and conclusion of ongoing talks for a solution.

3 Indians missing, 21 rescued after tanker attacked off Oman coast; MEA condemns incident

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