Ajit Doval Discusses Regional Developments With Iranian Counterpart
· World · The Hindu, Indian Express
National Security Advisor Ajit Doval spoke with his Iranian counterpart Mohsin Rezaei on Monday following attacks on two merchant ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The Nicaragua-flagged MT Petro Dolphin and the Marshall Islands-flagged MT Valthera were targeted on Sunday while carrying 23 sailors. Two Indian crew members remain missing after the Petro Dolphin was struck by a drone, while 10 other sailors were rescued. India has condemned the attacks on commercial vessels and called for de-escalation and the protection of maritime commerce. The Iranian government confirmed the call between the two officials but did not provide specific details regarding the discussion.
Why it matters
The attack on merchant vessels in a critical maritime chokepoint threatens the safety of Indian seafarers and risks disrupting vital trade routes.
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