'Crew Failed To Comply': US Releases Footage Of Missile Attack On MT Jalveer Carrying 20 Indian Seafarers

The United States has confirmed that its forces carried out a missile strike on MT Jalveer, a Guinea-Bissau-flagged oil tanker carrying 20 Indian seafarers, alleging that the vessel attempted to transport Iranian oil in violation of a US-imposed naval blockade. The incident marks the third commercial ship targeted by American forces this week amid escalating tensions in the Gulf region.

US Releases Video Of Attack On MT Jalveer

In a statement posted on X, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) said American forces disabled the tanker in the Gulf of Oman late on June 10 after determining that it had breached restrictions related to Iranian oil shipments.

"US forces disabled an oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman at 11:20 pm ET on June 10 after the vessel violated the blockade against Iran by attempting to transport Iranian oil, marking the third commercial ship disabled by American forces this week," the US Central Command said in a post on X.

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According to CENTCOM, the vessel did not respond to repeated instructions issued by US forces before military action was taken.

"A US aircraft fired two Hellfire missiles into the ship's engine room after the crew repeatedly failed to comply with directions from US forces," it added, while releasing a footage of the missile attack on the vessel.

Third Commercial Vessel Hit This Week

The attack on MT Jalveer follows similar action against two other tankers operating in the region. Earlier this week, American forces struck the Palau-flagged oil tankers MV Settebello and MT Marivex as tensions between Washington and Tehran continued to intensify.

The latest operation has further heightened concerns over maritime security in the Gulf of Oman and nearby waters, a region that remains critical to global energy supplies and international trade.

India Registers Strong Protest With Washington

The US admission came shortly after India voiced strong concerns over recent attacks on commercial vessels carrying Indian crew members in West Asian waters.

The Ministry of External Affairs described the incidents as deeply troubling and reiterated the need to ensure the safety of civilian shipping routes. The concern follows multiple attacks over recent days, including one incident that claimed the lives of three Indian sailors.

Addressing a press briefing, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said India had formally raised the issue with the United States.

"When this particular attack on the ship MT Settebello occurred, we lodged a strong protest with the American side. We summoned the US Chargé d'Affaires and conveyed our deepest concern over the ongoing incidents of attacks. We also registered our strong protest with them. We emphasised that the welfare of our seafaring community is of utmost importance and that these attacks must stop," said MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal in a press conference.

Call For Diplomacy And Safe Passage Through Hormuz

India also urged all sides to prioritise diplomatic engagement and safeguard freedom of navigation through one of the world's most strategically important waterways.

"We further conveyed that dialogue and diplomacy are the way forward for the peaceful resolution of the conflict, and that there should be unimpeded access through the Strait of Hormuz in accordance with international law," he added.

The recent attacks have placed renewed focus on the risks faced by Indian sailors working aboard international vessels in the Gulf region. On Tuesday, the tanker Settebello was hit by a missile off the coast of Sohar in Oman, while MT Marivex, carrying 24 Indian crew members, was attacked a day earlier. Those aboard Marivex were later evacuated safely.

With three commercial vessels targeted within a week, concerns are growing over the safety of one of the world's busiest maritime corridors as geopolitical tensions continue to rise.