PM cannot evade responsibility, govt must establish accountability: Cong on seafarers' death

Business To Business, New Delhi, 11^th June, 2026:   The issue has become politically sensitive after India confirmed that three Indian seafarers were killed in a U.S. military strike on the tanker MT Settebello off the coast of Oman. India has formally protested to the United States and demanded that such attacks stop.
Congress' Response
The Indian National Congress condemned what it described as America's "reckless military actions" and called on the government to take all necessary diplomatic measures to establish accountability for the deaths of the Indian crew members.
The party also linked the issue to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's relationship with U.S. President Donald Trump, arguing that diplomatic ties should translate into protection of Indian lives and interests abroad.
According to Indian and international reports:

• The Palau-flagged tanker MT Settebello was carrying 24 Indian crew members.
• U.S. forces struck the vessel near Oman, alleging it was violating an American-enforced blockade on Iranian oil shipments.
• Twenty-one Indian crew members were rescued.
• Three Indian seafarers were initially reported missing and were later confirmed dead.

• Strongly condemned the attack.
• Lodged a formal protest with the U.S. side.
• Emphasized that the safety of Indian seafarers is of utmost importance.
• Called for dialogue and diplomacy to resolve the broader U.S.-Iran conflict and ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.