New Delhi, June 11 -- The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday reiterated India's position on ensuring "unimpeded and safe navigation" through the Strait of Hormuz in accordance with international law amid the ongoing crises in West Asia, while expressing concern over the recent US strikes on three commercial vessels, with Indian seafarers aboard hoping that the attacks would "come to an end" soon.

Addressing a special briefing on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to France and Slovakia, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that India had consistently advocated for the free and secure movement of vessels through the strategically significant Strait of Hormuz.

"We have stated our position in the Strait of Hormuz. W...