India Monitoring 12 Ships Carrying Indian Crew Near Strategic Waterway
What Happened
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said 163 Indian seafarers are currently aboard 12 commercial vessels operating near the Strait of Hormuz. According to MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, the vessels include six India-flagged ships and six foreign-flagged ships carrying cargo for India. The government said it is closely monitoring the situation and remains in touch with relevant authorities to ensure the safety and security of Indian crew members.
Key Takeaways
The update highlights India's concern over maritime safety in the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil-shipping route, as regional tensions continue to affect commercial shipping operations.