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Caught in the crossfire: Has India done enough to protect its seafarers?

Three vessels came under attack near the Strait of Hormuz last week, leaving three Indian seafarers dead. The attacks have once again highlighted the risks faced by the thousands of Indian seafarers who keep global trade moving through some of the worlds most volatile waters. While the United States and Iran have agreed to a peace deal, will normalcy will return to the region? What it means for Indian crews still operating in these waters?

16 Jun 2026 4:47 pm