Pakistan, June 11 -- Three Indian sailors lost their lives after a US military strike targeted an oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman, marking the first confirmed fatalities involving Indian crew since the blockade on Iran-linked shipping began. The incident occurred when the Palau-flagged tanker MT Settebello came under attack after reportedly failing to comply with US military directions during operations in the region. India confirmed the deaths and described the situation as a serious maritime tragedy affecting its large global seafaring workforce. Authorities said the vessel had earlier reported an engine fire before the strike escalated the situation.

Following the incident, India strongly protested to the United States and summoned a s...