The Economic Times

West Asia conflict: 37 Indian-flagged ships with 1,109 sailors stuck in Persian Gulf, Gulf of Oman

Thirty-seven Indian ships carrying over a thousand seafarers are stranded in the Persian Gulf. The crucial Strait of Hormuz shipping route is closed due to ongoing military actions. Some vessels are carrying crude oil and LNG to India. The government is monitoring the situation and assisting affected sailors and their families. Maritime operators are advised to assess voyage risks.