Why Torpedoed Iranian Warship Is a Problem for India

An Iranian warship was sunk by a U.S. submarine attack shortly after being invited by India to participate in a multinational naval exercise. The incident raises concerns for India due to its strategic relationship with both Iran and the United States. The Iranian ship was scheduled to join a peacetime naval exercise involving dozens of countries. The sinking occurred in an unspecified location, but the timing of the event, following India's invitation, presents a complex diplomatic challenge for the nation. The situation requires India to navigate its ties with both countries carefully.