India bans seafarers from transiting Strait of Hormuz amid regional conflict
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Directorate General of Shipping, India
Strait of Hormuz / Persian Gulf
July 15, 2026
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Read our editorial policy- Earlier version 27/16/2026, 3:21:11 PM
India has prohibited the deployment of its seafarers on vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz. The decision follows the deaths of two Indian seafarers in recent attacks in the region. Over 15,000 Indian seafarers are currently estimated to be in the affected area.
- Earlier version 17/16/2026, 3:01:08 PM
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