The crisis for the Indian crew deepened after the Iranian attack in Hormuz. 1 in 11 Indians are missing. What happened on the ship after all? MEA alert, increasing US-Iran tension increases concern.
Iran Hormuz Attack: The biggest and heartbreaking news of this time is coming out from the Middle East. Amid the ongoing bloody conflict between Tehran and Washington, Iran has launched a deadly attack on a commercial container ship in the world’s most sensitive sea route – the Strait of Hormuz. This attack has also shocked the Indian security agencies, because there were 11 Indian crew members on board this ill-fated ship. According to initial reports released by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), 10 Indians have been rescued safely in a dramatic rescue operation, but one Indian national is still missing in the treacherous waters. The Indian government has described this entire situation as ‘extremely worrying’ and a major threat to global peace.
Death trap laid in the sea at midnight: warning shots and then direct attack
This soul-shattering incident happened in the early hours of Sunday. This huge Cypriot-flagged cargo ship was moving ahead at its scheduled distance. Meanwhile, the Iranian Navy and their coast guards surrounded the ship. Iran claims that this ship was violating the sanctioned route. According to Iranian defense sources, they first fired warning shots in the air to stop the ship, but when the ship did not change its direction, they considered it a ‘provocation’ and launched a direct attack. After the attack, a massive fire broke out on the ship and there was screams all around.
Why did Iran attack the ship?
Iran claims the Cypriot-flagged container ship was not following its scheduled maritime route. First, shots were fired to warn the ship, but the ship did not change course. After this, Iranian forces took action and targeted the ship. This incident has happened at a time when America is already taking continuous military action against Tehran and the tension between the two countries has reached its peak.
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Washington’s big announcement: America’s rapid attacks on Iran, 140 locations destroyed!
Within hours of this audacious attack, the US military launched its largest ever retaliatory strike against Iran. By Sunday morning, the US launched the third and deadliest round of air strikes inside Iran. American fighter planes and cruise missiles completely destroyed about 140 military and strategic targets inside Iran. Actually, this war started on February 28 and since then the tension between the two countries has been at its peak. Meanwhile, Iran has also retaliated and targeted US military bases in Jordan, Qatar and Bahrain with its missiles.
Sound of global energy crisis: Will crude oil cross $120 again?
This war that broke out in the Strait of Hormuz is not just between two countries, but it has put the economy of the entire world at stake. Before the outbreak of this war, about one-fifth (20%) of all oil and natural gas (LNG) traded worldwide passed through this narrow waterway. Iran’s occupation and attacks on this strategic route have once again raised the specter of a global energy crisis. Although crude oil prices had fallen slightly after hitting an all-time high of $120 a barrel at the start of the war, Sunday’s latest attack has again set the international market on fire.
Are Iran’s radicals out of control? America raised serious questions
Amidst this bloody drama, America’s intelligence officials have made a very shocking claim. On condition of anonymity, American officials have raised the question, “Who is in command of Iran at this time?” America believes that after the arrival of the new supreme leader, an arbitrary and rebellious group of fundamentalists (Rogue Faction) has become active within Iran, which wants to thwart the talks for a possible ceasefire at any cost. On the other hand, Iran’s Health Ministry spokesperson Hussein Kermanpour has confirmed that at least 17 people have lost their lives and more than 115 people have been injured in the attacks that took place in the last one week. Amidst this entire maze, India’s eyes are set on finding its missing citizen and the safety of other migrants stranded in the Gulf country.
Why is the whole world’s eyes fixed on the Strait of Hormuz?
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most important maritime trade routes. About one-fifth of globally traded crude oil and natural gas passes through this route. In such a situation, any kind of military conflict here can affect not only the regional but also the global economy. Due to increased tension on this route during the war, oil prices had earlier reached $ 120 per barrel. Although they declined later, the current situation has again increased the concerns of the energy market.