India on Tuesday strongly condemned the attack on two commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz that left an Indian seafarer dead and several others injured, and said it had lodged a strong protest
with Iran over the incident.
In a statement, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said India was “deeply concerned” over the attacks on MT Al Bahiyah and MT Mombasa, which were carrying a combined crew of 46, including 30 Indian nationals.
One of the 12 Indian crew members aboard MT Al Bahiyah was killed, while another sustained injuries. On MT Mombasa, nine of the 18 Indian nationals on board were injured, including two who are reported to be in serious condition.
“We extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased Indian national and wish speedy recovery to those injured,” the ministry said.
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