America extended its hand towards Israel, Iran captured the ship on which 17 Indians were present
Iran intercepted an Israeli ship near Hormuz in the Gulf of Oman and captured it. It has been taken towards Iran. After this incident, the tension between the two countries has increased further. There are also 25 crew members on board the ship, including 17 Indian citizens.
When the ship was passing through Iranian waters, special forces of the Iranian naval unit attacked the ship. All of them landed on the ship from the helicopter and, within some time, captured the ship. It was carrying the national flag of Portugal and was operated by the London-based Zodiac Maritime Company, which is part of Israeli billionaire Eyal Ofer’s Zodiac Group.
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The ship last stopped in UAE
A ship named MSC Aries last stopped at the UAE port and departed last Friday. Late in the evening, Zodiac Group confirmed the capture of the vessel. Giving information about the attack earlier, the British Army’s Maritime Trade Operations said that the incident took place in the Gulf of Oman near the Emirati city of Fujairah.
Israel called it piracy
Israeli Minister Katz termed Iran’s campaign piracy and said that it is a violation of international laws. Describing the Iranian Revolutionary Guards as a terrorist organization, he said that the countries of the world should intervene in this matter. On the other hand, Joe Biden has cut short his weekly trip to Delaware for urgent consultations on the Middle East amid Iran-Israel tension. The White House has called on Iran to immediately release the seized vessel.
America announced plans to send more troops
After the capture of the Iranian ship, America announced that it was sending more troops to the troubled region. After Iran’s threat to attack Israel, America announced that it stands firmly with Israel.
Indian government is in contact with Iran for the release of Indians
According to special sources, efforts have been started for the safe evacuation of Indian citizens. The government has said that we are in touch with diplomats in Tehran and Delhi for the release of Indian citizens. America has also asked to leave the ship.
The Government of India has started efforts for the release of Indian citizens aboard the Israeli cargo ship MSC Aries, captured by Iranian Revolutionary Guards in Hormuz in the Gulf of Oman.
With the information that Iran has taken control of the ship, the Indian government has started all possible efforts for the safety of its citizens. According to special sources, the government said, it has received information that the cargo vessel MSC Aries has been taken under Iranian control. We have learned that Indian citizens are present on the ship. We are in touch with Iranian authorities through diplomatic channels in both Tehran and Delhi to ensure the safety, welfare, and early release of Indian nationals. In the video of this incident, it is seen that Iranian commandos land on the ship from the helicopter and capture it.
Indian planes are not passing through Iran’s airspace
In view of the circumstances of the war between Iran and Israel, Indian aircraft are not passing through Iran’s airspace. Indian airlines have started using alternative routes for this. Indian planes are diverting their routes to Europe and the Middle East. This has been confirmed by Indian airlines, Air India and Vistara. The Government of India has appealed to Indian citizens not to travel to Iran.
Biden said that Iran should not attack Israel
US President Joe Biden expressed fear of Iran’s attack on Israel soon and also warned Iran not to do so. He made it clear that America is committed to the security of Israel. We support Israel. America will help to protect Israel, and Iran will not be able to succeed.
This clear message from the US President is for Iran, which is ready to attack Israel. Meanwhile, America has sent its aircraft carrier warship, the USS Eisenhower, to Israel via the Red Sea. This warship will help in stopping Iran’s attack on Israel. White House spokesperson John Kirby said that arrangements are also being increased for the security of American soldiers deployed in Middle Eastern countries.
Iran has announced it will punish Israel after 7 Iranian army officers, including a senior general, were killed in an airstrike on the Iranian embassy in Syria’s capital, Damascus, on April 1. This has given rise to fears that Iran may attack Israel at any time.
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