India summons Iran envoy over tanker attacks

India summoned Iran's ambassador following two incidents involving Indian-flagged vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Strait of Hormuz

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Saturday, 18 April 2026 at 17:15 UTC

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India's Foreign Ministry summoned Iran's ambassador following two separate attacks on Indian-flagged vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. One tanker came under fire from IRGC gunboats, while another ship was hit by an unidentified projectile. The diplomatic protest underscores the escalating risks to commercial shipping in the critical waterway and the direct impact on Indian interests.

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18 Apr@Osint613

The new report provides additional detail, specifying that one tanker was fired upon by IRGC gunboats and another was hit by an unidentified projectile.

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e/eineurope · topic · T-00914cycle Saturday, 18 April 2026 at 17:15 UTC · first reported 18 Apr