India summons Iran envoy after missile attack kills Indian sailor in Strait of Hormuz
India has summoned the Iranian Deputy Chief of Mission to register a 'strong protest' following an Iranian missile attack on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, which killed one Indian sailor and seriously injured several others. External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal conveyed India's 'deepest concerns' and called for 'de-escalation' and a return to dialogue and diplomacy. The incident involved two UAE-flagged energy tankers carrying Indian seafarers. The UAE also condemned the attack as a 'blatant attack' and a 'clear breach of international law'.
Key Points
- India registered a strong protest with Iran after a missile attack killed an Indian sailor and injured several others in the Strait of Hormuz.
- The External Affairs Ministry called for immediate de-escalation and a return to dialogue and diplomacy to ensure peace and stability in West Asia.
- Two UAE-flagged energy tankers, MT Al Bahiyah and MT Mombasa, carrying Indian seafarers, were targeted.
- The UAE condemned the incident as a 'blatant attack' and a 'clear breach of international law'.
- The Indian government emphasized the need for safe and unimpeded navigation and commerce through the Strait of Hormuz.
Exam Facts
- The incident occurred in the Strait of Hormuz.
- External Affairs Ministry spokesperson is Randhir Jaiswal.
- One Indian sailor was killed and several injured in the attack.
- The targeted vessels were MT Al Bahiyah and MT Mombasa, UAE-flagged energy tankers.
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