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The ongoing nuclear conflict between America and Iran in West Asia (Gulf countries) has now turned into a very sensitive and international crisis. US President Donald Trump has made many big and aggressive announcements on his social media platform ‘Truth Social’ regarding the security of the Gulf region and Iran. Trump has made it clear that the world’s most strategically important waterway, the Strait of Hormuz, will remain completely open to commercial ships of all countries except Iran, while the complete naval blockade of Iranian ports will continue. Amidst all this, an Indian citizen (sailor) has died tragically in a latest attack in the Strait of Hormuz, due to which the stand of the Indian government has also become very tough.
‘Iran’s violent phase will now end’ – Trump’s resolve on nuclear weapons
President Donald Trump has taken a big resolution assuring the global community. He bluntly said that America will not allow Iran to acquire nuclear weapons at any cost. Trump claimed that after these strict economic and military steps taken by America, Iran’s violent, aggressive and destabilizing phase in the entire Gulf region will end forever. He also said that it is because of the promptness of the American Army that the global oil supply has remained at a record level despite this war.
Trump backtracks on 20% security tax, will make secret deal with Gulf countries
Amidst this great tension, President Trump has taken a complete U-turn on his controversial statement in which he had announced to impose a heavy security duty of 20 percent on all commercial ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Trump said on social media, “After very positive conversations with the top leaders of West Asia (Middle East), I have canceled the plan to impose a 20% US Reimbursement Fee. Now in its place various Gulf countries will make new trade and investment agreements on a very large scale within the US.” However, it is not yet clear whether this investment is separate from their previous tour agreements or a part of the same.
Attack on oil tankers in Hormuz: 1 Indian killed, 10 injured
The heat of this war has now reached Indian citizens also. Two large commercial oil tankers of United Arab Emirates (UAE)—‘MT Al Bahiyah’ And ‘MT Mombasa’ But there was a massive attack in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Presence of Indians: There were a total of 30 Indian sailors on board these two ships.
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Casualties: One Indian sailor died in the attack, while 10 other Indians were seriously injured.
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Growing figure: It is noteworthy that since the joint US-Israeli attack on Iran on February 28 this year, a total of 14 Indian citizens have lost their lives in the ongoing war in the Gulf region.
Big action by Indian government: Iranian diplomat summoned, expressed strong concern
The Indian government in New Delhi seems to be very strict regarding this deadly attack on its citizens. Taking immediate action on Tuesday morning, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) summoned the senior official (diplomat) of the Iranian Embassy in India to South Block and lodged a strong protest from India against this violent attack.
India strongly condemned these attacks on the global stage, saying that it is extremely concerned about the safety of commercial ships in international waterways. The Ministry of External Affairs expressed deep condolences to the family of the slain sailor and promised to provide all possible medical assistance to the injured. The Ministry clarified that the Indian Mission present in UAE is closely monitoring the situation from moment to moment in collaboration with the local authorities. Along with this, India reiterated its old appeal to both the countries to immediately stop the violence and restore peace through dialogue and diplomacy.