HKIndia summoned Iran's senior diplomat in New Delhi to express strong protests over recent attacks on two commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, which resulted in the death of an Indian seafarer and injuries to several others. The Indian foreign ministry stated that the attacks occurred on two vessels, MT Al Bahiyah and MT Mombasa, while they were transiting through the strait. The vessels had a combined total of 46 crew members, including 30 Indians, with one losing his life in the incident. India expressed deep concern over the attacks and emphasized its longstanding relationship with Iran, built on historical cultural and trade connections, as well as modern diplomatic ties that balance strategic interests amid geopolitical tensions. The Iranian embassy did not provide any comments on the matter.
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