Dehradun, July 29 -- Indian seafarers face grave dangers in global conflicts, driven by key incidents, escalating US-Iran tensions in the Persian Gulf, and sanctions-related vulnerabilities on merchant vessels. India ranks as the world's second-largest supplier of maritime professionals, leaving thousands vulnerable as commercial shipping lanes turn into battle zones.
Major conflict zones and recent incidents include multiple missiles striking the cargo ship Motor Vessel Golden Leo near Odesa, Ukraine, on 19 July, leaving four Indian crew members dead and others injured. This followed ten separate attacks in the region since April 2026. Heightened hostilities involving the US and Iran near the Strait of Hormuz and Omani waters have targete...