The US military struck a Palau-flagged vessel in the Gulf of Oman after issuing 60 verbal warnings in 15 minutes, alleging illegal Iranian oil transfer
Three Indian sailors died in the incident
Jun 15, 2026
10:38 am
What's the storyThe Palau-flagged vessel, which was attacked by the US Navy in the Gulf of Oman last week, reportedly ignored over 60 verbal warnings and other displays of force before its engine room was fired upon, killing three Indian sailors.
AP, quoting a US official, said the crew of M/T Settebello ignored at least eight shows of force by US military aircraft, including flares and flyovers.
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United States Central Command claimed that the Palau-flagged M/T Settebello ignored warnings to stop before firing on the vessel.
