2 Indian-Flagged Vessels Attacked By Iran Gunboats In Hormuz,

Two Indian-flagged vessels were fired at by Iranian gunboats in the Strait of Hormuz today, sources have said. No one was injured and the vessels were not damaged, they said. The two ships, however, had to turn back after the incident northeast of Oman in the shipping lane critical for oil trade.

One of the two vessels involved in the incident is a very large crude carrier (VLCC), a classification given to tankers that are massive in size and designed for long-haul crude transport.

Following the incident, New Delhi has summoned the Iranian ambassador, sources said, adding the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) is likely to give a statement soon.

The incident comes amid operations by Iran which may not be working as a cohesive system amid the fog of war, leading to confusion on the ground. The US, too, has seen friendly fire incidents in this war.
(UPDATED ON 28TH APRIL 2026)