India, Oct. 12 -- India on Sunday condemned attacks on two commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz region that left two Indian seafarers missing, calling for immediate de-escalation and a resolution to the ongoing conflict through dialogue and diplomacy.

According to a statement issued by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), MT Petro Dolphin was possibly hit by a drone, leaving two of the 11 Indian seafarers on board missing.

In a separate incident, MT Valthera was struck by an unidentified projectile, triggering a fire on board.

However, all 11 Indian crew members aboard the vessel remained safe, the MEA said.

The MEA reiterated that the safety and security of Indian seafarers remained a priority for the Government of India.

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