‘Turn around immediately’: Moment Iranian Navy blocks Indian tanker in Strait of Hormuz - Watch
Two Indian-flagged tankers, Bhagya Lakshmi and Sanmar Herald, were denied passage and reportedly fired upon by Iranian gunboats in the Strait of Hormuz.
Crew members of Bhagya Lakshmi were told to turn back, while Sanmar Herald reported being fired upon despite prior clearance.
India has raised concerns with Iran over the safety of merchant shipping.
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