US Strike on Vessel Carrying 24 Indians Sparks Global Attention

Brief By Reuters / 7:02 PM on 09 Jun 2026

The United States has confirmed striking MT Marivex, a vessel carrying 24 Indian nationals, during an operation linked to the blockade against Iran. According to US Central Command, the ship allegedly attempted to reach an Iranian port despite warnings. An F/A-18 Super Hornet targeted the vessel’s engineering and steering systems. All 24 Indians were safely rescued afterward.