The Economic Times

14 India-bound ships trying to cross Strait of Hormuz stopped by Iran; 1 hit by bullets, 1 crosses

A convoy of 14 India-bound ships carrying crude oil, gas and fertilisers was intercepted in the Strait of Hormuz after the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps reportedly fired at two vessels, forcing most to turn back. While 13 ships were stopped or stranded, one Indian-flagged vessel carrying crude oil continued towards India amid rising tensions in the region.