13 Indians killed, 3 missing in Gulf since February 28 amid US-Iran war
Thirteen Indian nationals have been killed and three remain missing in the Gulf region amid escalating military conflict between the U.S. and Iran. The violence has disrupted maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, threatening global energy security.
Why it matters
The conflict poses a direct threat to international shipping lanes and the safety of global seafarers, while complicating India's regional diplomatic and economic interests.
NEW DELHI: A total of 13 Indians have been killed and three remain missing in the Gulf region since February 28, according to government sources quoted by news agency ANI, as the conflict in West Asia continues to take a heavy toll on commercial shipping and seafarers.The casualties have been reported since US President Donald Trump launched military action against Iran under Operation Epic Fury in partnership with Israel. The conflict has triggered retaliatory strikes by Tehran and escalated into a wider regional crisis.The fighting has also severely disrupted maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's busiest energy shipping routes, after Iran shut the strategic waterway and targeted commercial vessels, raising concerns over global trade and the safety of seafarers.Responding to the developments, India on Tuesday said it is closely monitoring the situation in West Asia and called for safe and uninterrupted navigation through the Strait…
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