The Economic Times

India-crewed tanker hit near Iran, MEA says communication between ship & US Navy preceded strike

The US military fired on a tanker carrying 24 Indian crew members. This happened as the US enforces a blockade of Iranian ports. India's Ministry of External Affairs confirmed communication occurred before the incident. The vessel was disabled off Oman. Indian nationals were safely rescued with Omani assistance. The tanker was reportedly attempting to sail past the US blockade.