Iran’s first reaction on Hormuz dispute: ‘Relations with India are unbreakable, we are not aware of the attack’

International Desk: The deepening tension between Iran and America has once again increased the heartbeats of the world. The incident of firing on two Indian flag ships passing through the ‘Strait of Hormuz’, which is the world’s most important oil route, has made the situation explosive.

According to maritime security sources, this incident occurred when ships like ‘Jag Arnav’ and ‘Sanmar Herald’ were passing through this narrow waterway. There was already tension in the area, but this direct attack has increased India’s concerns. Immediately after the incident, the Indian government took a strong stand and summoned Iranian Ambassador to Delhi Mohammad Fatali and expressed strong displeasure over the safety of its sailors.

Crew member’s pain: ‘You gave way and now you are firing’

Meanwhile, a hair-raising audio clip has surfaced. In this, a crew member of an Indian ship is heard very scared and angry. He is telling the marine officers, “You gave us the way to move forward and now you are firing, allow us to turn back.” This audio tells how terrible the situation was at that time in the middle of the sea.

10 latest updates on the situation in Hormuz

1. Firing on Indian ships: Suddenly firing started near two Indian ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz. It was reported that this was ‘small arms firing’, which turned towards the ships. It was fortunate that no crew member was injured.

2. Minor damage to ships: According to government sources, both ships have suffered minor damage. Bullets have been confirmed on the ships’ bridge window (main window), but no major technical fault has been found.

3. Attack of Gunboats: The captain of a tanker made a big claim that two gunboats of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) came close to his ship and started firing. However, its official confirmation is still pending.

4. Iranian ambassador summoned: Taking immediate action, India’s Foreign Ministry called Iranian Ambassador Mohammad Fatali. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri expressed India’s ‘deep concern’ over this ‘shooting incident’.

5. Demand for safe passage: India reminded Iran that it has always cooperated in providing safe passage to Indian ships. India wants that process to start again so that the oil supply is not disrupted.

6. ‘Stray Bullets’ Angle: Indian sources say that perhaps the ships were not deliberately targeted, but were hit by ‘stray bullets’ from nearby firing. Still, questions remain over the security lapse.

7. International Alert: The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) has confirmed this security incident off the Oman coast, due to which an alert has been issued throughout the maritime area.

8. Fear of road closure: Many ships received a message on VHF radio that Iran had again closed Hormuz. Although this was not an official order, it caused great panic among the ships and many ships changed course.

9. Iran’s ‘peace’ clarification: On this dispute, the representative of the Supreme Leader of Iran in India, Dr. Abdul Majeed Hakim Elahi said that the relations between India and Iran are 5000 years old and strong. He claimed that he was not aware of this incident and wanted peace.

10. Nuclear Issue and Tension: From the latest statements of Iranian leaders it seems that they are not ready to bow down to American pressure. Due to this, there is a possibility of further increase in conflict in Hormuz in the coming days.

This firing in the Strait of Hormuz is not just an accident, but an alarm bell for the global economy. This is a big challenge for India both strategically and economically. Now it remains to be seen how diplomacy averts this crisis.