Indian sailors stranded by Iran war just want to go home: ‘there is a lot of anxiety’

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 2 min read 100% complete by ReutersMarch 14, 2026 at 11:30 AM
Indian sailors stranded by Iran war just want to go home: ‘there is a lot of anxiety’

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Amidst the ongoing war between Iran, the United States, and Israel, approximately 23,000 Indian sailors working on vessels in the Gulf region face increasing dangers. Many ships are stranded near the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway, due to Iranian attacks. One sailor, Ambuj, is stuck at Bandar Abbas, Iran, with his crew, awaiting safe passage home after their company released them from duty. The situation has become a major concern in India, especially after Iranian attacks killed three Indian crew members and left another missing. The Indian government is coordinating with Iranian authorities and others to ensure the sailors' safety and facilitate their return, as flights from Tehran are not operating.

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