India has strongly condemned the attacks on two commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz region on October 11, 2026. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) reported that the MT PETRO DOLPHIN was hit by a drone, and two of the eleven Indian seafarers aboard are currently missing. Simultaneously, the MT VALTHERA, a tanker flying the flag of the Marshall Islands, was struck by an unidentified projectile, causing a fire. New Delhi has called for immediate de-escalation in the region following these incidents. The attacks raise concerns about maritime security and the safety of seafarers transiting the crucial waterway. Authorities are investigating the nature of the attacks and working to secure the remaining crew members’ safety. The MEA is closely monitoring the situation and providing assistance to those affected.