LPG Tanker DISHA Attacked; 28 Indian Crew Safe

The Mozambique-flagged LPG tanker DISHA, carrying 28 Indian crew members, was attacked in Iranian territorial waters near the Strait of Hormuz. Indian officials in Tehran confirmed that all crew are safe and said they remain in close contact with authorities as they monitor the situation. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar reiterated that attacks on seafarers and civilian shipping are unacceptable and stressed the importance of safe, unimpeded international waterways. Indian maritime authorities had previously advised avoiding deployments through the Strait of Hormuz amid heightened security in the Gulf. Some reports note a lack of detail on the attack’s nature or damage, while others emphasize ongoing diplomatic engagement and the embassy’s vigilance. The incident underscores ongoing tensions in the region and the need for safeguarding commercial shipping routes in accordance with international law.