India strongly condemned the attacks on commercial shipping and seafarers during the Gulf conflict at the UN General Assembly, calling such actions “simply unacceptable.” The External Affairs Minister urged all parties to exercise restraint, emphasizing the need to protect civilians and ensure the uninterrupted flow of energy and commerce.
The bodies of four seafarers, three from Pakistan and one from Indonesia, were transferred from Yemen to Saudi Arabia following a missile attack by Houthi forces on August 11, 2026. The incident, one of the deadliest in the region, also left six crew members injured and escalated ongoing regional conflicts.
For several months, the Houthi movement has been ramping up preparations for renewed conflict with Saudi Arabia in northern Yemen. Despite provocations, Saudi Arabia has largely refrained from offensive actions. Houthi leader AbdulMalik Al Houthi has intensified rhetoric, seeking concessions in stalled negotiations while escalating attacks on shipping and land fronts.
