Three missing Indian seafarers confirmed dead in US tanker attack near Oman: Govt

Two Indian seafarers have been confirmed dead after a US strike on the Palau-flagged tanker MT Settebello off the coast of Oman. The vessel was carrying 24 Indian crew members when it was struck, with 21 being rescued and three initially reported missing. The Indian government has condemned the attack and summoned the senior-most US diplomat in New Delhi to lodge a protest. The Centre stands with the bereaved families and will provide necessary assistance.