PM Modi called on nations to secure global maritime routes and protect seafarers after three Indian sailors were killed in a US military strike in the Gulf of Oman.

Gulf of Oman, Omani coast, West Asia

Who

PM Modi, US President Donald Trump, US Central Command

What

When

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:03:00 GMT · 2h 5m ago

Where

Gulf of Oman, Omani coast, West Asia ·

Why

A US military strike on the tanker Settebello, which the US alleged was attempting to breach a blockade of Iranian ports, resulted in the deaths of three Indian crew members.

The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

The incident highlights the human cost of instability in West Asia and the risks to international maritime trade, prompting calls for greater security and protection for seafarers.

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News18
https://www.news18.com/india/secure-maritime-routes-protect-seafarers-pm-modis-strong-message-to-g7-after-death-of-3-indian-sailors-ws-l-10154282.html
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