India Summons Iranian Ambassador After Attacks on Oil Tankers in Strait of Hormuz
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs summoned the Iranian Ambassador to New Delhi on April 18, 2026, following shooting incidents involving two Indian-flagged crude oil tankers. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri expressed 'deep concern' over the safety of Indian mariners and the disruption of energy flows. The attacks occurred as the IRGC tightened control over the Strait of Hormuz. India has urged for the immediate restoration of safe passage for commercial vessels bound for the Indo-Pacific region.
Date: April 18, 2026
Location: India
Conflict: US-Iran Conflict
Category: diplomacy
Severity: HIGH
Source: The Guardian