Three Indian sailors dead as US strikes third tanker off Oman, sparking de-escalation calls
TL;DR
US forces say they struck vessels near the Gulf of Oman after alleged blockade violations, including the Palau-flagged Settebello, where three Indian sailors were killed and 21 of 24 Indian crew were rescued; the Jalveer was also struck. India has summoned a senior US diplomat, while Pakistan, Russia, China and others call for de-escalation as the Strait of Hormuz remains a flashpoint.
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