Iran condemns U.S. attacks on commercial vessel that killed three Indian sailors

Iran has strongly condemned U.S. attacks on commercial vessels off the coast of Oman, which resulted in the deaths of at least three Indian sailors. Esmail Baghaei, spokesperson for Iran's Foreign Ministry, labeled the actions as "armed robbery and state piracy" and extended condolences to the victims' families and the Indian people.

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The brutal U.S. attacks on Indian commercial vessels which have killed at least three Indian nationals, stand as clear evidence of America's ongoing policy of armed robbery and State piracy. We extend our sympathies to the families and friends of the slain Indian sailors and offer our sincere condolences to the Indian people and government.

Baghaei urged the international community to hold the United States accountable for its "lawless conduct," stating that it threatens global peace and security and endangers freedom of navigation. This condemnation comes amid a backdrop of increasing attacks on shipping in the region, which India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) attributes to the ongoing conflict.

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The international community must hold the United States accountable for its lawless conduct, which continues to threaten global peace and security while endangering the freedom of navigation.

The MEA confirmed that out of 24 Indian crew members aboard the commercial vessel Settebello, 21 have been rescued, while three remain missing. India's embassy in Oman is coordinating with local authorities in the search and rescue operation. The MEA reiterated its call for an immediate de-escalation of tensions and a diplomatic solution to restore peace and stability in the region.

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We condemn the attack on the commercial vessel Settebello off the coast of Oman, earlier today. Of the 24 Indian crew onboard, 21 Indians have been rescued thus far and 03 Indians are reportedly missing.