India protests Iranian attack that killed sailor, injured dozens on tanker in Strait of Hormuz

India lodged a formal diplomatic protest over an Iranian attack on a commercial vessel. The strike targeted a tanker transiting the India lodged a formal diplomatic protest over an Iranian attack on a commercial vessel. The strike targeted a tanker transiting the

strategic Strait of Hormuz. An Indian crew member was killed in the assault. Dozens of other sailors on the ship sustained injuries. The incident heightened tensions between New Delhi and Tehran. India called the attack unlawful and a violation of maritime security.

Tehran has not yet responded to the Indian protest. Observers warn the incident could affect global oil shipping routes.