LPG tanker with 28 Indians aboard attacked in Iran waters, all crew safe A Mozambique-flagged LPG tanker was reportedly attacked in Iranian waters. The vessel had 28 Indians on board, all of whom are safe, according to a statement by the Embassy of India in Tehran that was shared by news agency ANI on Friday night.A tanker with 28 Indians aboard came under attack in Iranian waters. (REUTERS/Representative)According to the release, the attack took place earlier today and that the Embassy has been in close contact with the relevant authorities. The development comes at a time when the safety of Indian seafarers remains a concern, with several deaths reported since the beginning of the US-Iran war a few months back.This is a breaking news story. It will be updated.Follow the latest breaking news, major developments and agenda-setting stories from India and around the world with the newsdesk at Hindustan Times. Operating round the clock, the desk brings together experienced editors, reporters and correspondents to deliver fast, accurate and contextual reporting across subjects that influence public policy, governance, business, society and international affairs.
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