Attacks Near Strait of Hormuz Kill Indian Sailors Amid Regional Tensions

Recent attacks on commercial shipping near the Strait of Hormuz have resulted in the deaths of at least three Indian sailors, including one aboard the oil tanker MKD Vyom near Oman. The vessel was reportedly hit by a naval drone, causing an explosion and fire in the engine room. These incidents occur amid heightened regional tensions involving the US, Iran, and Israel, raising concerns over the security of critical oil shipping lanes. India is closely monitoring the situation, with 28 of its vessels operating in the Persian Gulf.