India condemned an attack on a commercial vessel off the coast of Oman that killed three [1] Indian nationals earlier this week.

The incident highlights the increasing risks to global maritime trade and civilian crews as regional conflicts spill over into international shipping lanes.

Randhir Jaiswal, a spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs, said the continuing incidents of attacks on shipping in the region are deeply worrisome and a direct result of the ongoing conflict in the region. He said that these attacks must cease and end.

The Indian government called for an immediate end to the targeting of vessels in the Arabian Sea. The Ministry of External Affairs said the violence is a consequence of broader instability, an issue that requires a diplomatic resolution to ensure the safety of commercial crews.

Officials said that the loss of life is unacceptable and urged all parties involved in the regional conflict to prioritize dialogue. The attack occurred in the waters off Oman, a critical transit point for energy and goods moving between Asia and Europe.

India has repeatedly emphasized that the security of the seas is paramount for global economic stability. The government continues to urge the international community to support measures that prevent the escalation of maritime violence.

“These attacks must cease and end.”

The deaths of three Indian crew members underscore the vulnerability of commercial shipping in the Arabian Sea. As regional tensions mount, non-combatant vessels are increasingly becoming collateral damage, forcing nations like India to balance diplomatic neutrality with the need to protect their citizens and economic interests in contested waters.