US Military Strike on Tanker in Gulf of Oman Results in Missing Indian Seafarers
The U.S. military conducted a precision strike on the Palau-flagged oil products tanker Settebello in the Gulf of Oman. This action was taken after the vessel, which was carrying oil from Iran, failed to comply with U.S. instructions. The strike, part of a broader blockade initiated by the U.S. on April 13 against Iran-related shipping, resulted in three Indian seafarers going missing. The U.S. Central Command (Centcom) reported that precision munitions were fired into the ship's engine room. The Indian government has lodged a strong protest with the U.S., condemning the attack and is actively involved in search and rescue operations. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of commercial shipping in the region. 
