Can India protect its seafarers in the Gulf? | Explained

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Can India protect its seafarers in the Gulf? | Explained

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This article examines India's capacity to protect its seafarers in the Gulf region amidst recent attacks on vessels and sanctions imposed on some ships. It also discusses the impact of foreign-flag vessel status and international maritime laws on India's strategic options.

How many Indian seafarers are working in the Gulf region? What happened to the three vessels attacked by the U.S. Navy? What sanctions were imposed on some ships? Does the foreign-flag status of the vessels limit India’s options? Do international maritime laws protect civilian crews?

Security Politics Shipping Indian seafarers Gulf region vessel attacks U.S. Navy sanctions maritime law foreign-flag vessels

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