New Delhi: India on Tuesday summoned Iran's deputy chief of mission in New Delhi after an Indian crew member was killed and 10 others injured in an Iranian strike on two UAE oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.The Ministry of External Affairs summoned Mohammad Javad Hosseini to lodge a "strong protest" against the Iranian attacks on vessels carrying Indian nationals through the Strait of Hormuz.Two UAE oil tankers - MT Mombasa and MT Al Bahiyah - were struck while transiting the southern passage of the Strait. Of the 12 Indian nationals on board MT Al Bahiyah, one died and another injured. Of the 18 Indian nationals on board MT Mombasa, nine sustained injuries, including two who are reported to be seriously injured, according to MEA. The two vessels together carried 46 crew members, including 30 Indian seafarers.Read More: Pahalgam attack case: NIA court issues non-bailable warrant against Lashkar-e-Taiba chief Hafiz SaeedAs per reports, Iran "targeted vessels after they tried to transit through an unauthorised route despite warnings".Earlier on Sunday, Iran allegedly targeted commercial vessel GFS Galaxy off the coast of Oman, which had 11 Indian nationals on board. Ten have been rescued so far, while one Indian national is reportedly missing. Since June, Indian nationals have been victims of attacks on vessels in the region, including incidents involving the US Navy in the Gulf of Oman. Since the conflict began in February, 13 Indians have been killed in the Gulf region, while three others remain missing.In a statement, MEA said India is deeply concerned by the attacks on MT Al Bahiyah and MT Mombasa during their transit through the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday. "We extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased Indian national and wish a speedy recovery to those injured. Our mission and post in the UAE are closely monitoring the situation and are in touch with the UAE authorities to ensure all possible assistance to the affected Indian seafarers," the MEA said.Read More: SC hears challenge to Bhojshala temple ruling, allows Friday namaz nearby"We strongly condemn these attacks and acts of violence targeting seafarers and disrupting free and safe navigation through international waterways like the Strait of Hormuz. We also reiterate our deep concern on account of the resumption of attacks and escalation of hostilities in the West Asian region and call for an immediate cessation of violence and a return to dialogue and diplomacy in the interests of peace, security and stability in the region," the MEA noted.Violation of Int'l Law: UAEIn a statement, the UAE's defence ministry said the attack also caused material damage to both tankers after fires broke out on board. The fires have since been brought under control. The ministry described the attack as a serious violation of international law that threatens regional security and stability.