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NEET UG 2026: NTA warns against fake paper leak claims; advises candidates to follow official updates Billy Crystal on late Milton Berle slapping him twice in unforgettable stories Deepika Padukone Pregnancy: Deepika Padukone’s daughter Dua Padukone Singh set to become an elder sister: 5 heartwarming traits every elder sibling naturally has ‘Turn around immediately’: Moment Iranian Navy blocks Indian tanker in Strait of Hormuz – Watch Queen Elizabeth II’s private papers opened for first official biography project “Bhagya Lakshmi” — one of two Indian-flagged tankers — turned back in the Strait of Hormuz after it was denied passage by the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Navy following Iran’s announcement of the closure of the narrow waterway.In a video shared by an Iranian journalist on X, crew members of the ship are heard trying to communicate with the Iranian Navy, requesting permission to cross the Strait of Hormuz.Also read: Indian vessel’s frantic distress call during Hormuz firing revealed However, the Iranian Navy informed the vessel that it did not have access.“Iranian Navy, this is Bhagya Lakshmi. I read you loud and clear,” a crew member said.The Iranian Navy, on the other side, told the ship to “turn around immediately.” Bhagya Lakshmi complied.Meanwhile, another distress call emerged from Sanmar Herald. A crew member on board the crude oil tanker said, “Sepah Navy. Sepah Navy. This is motor tanker Sanmar Herald. You gave me clearance to go. My name is second on your list. You are firing now. Let me turn back,” the individual was heard saying.Two Indian-flagged tankers turned back in the Strait of Hormuz after reportedly being fired upon by Iranian gunboats yesterday, as the waterway—through which one-fifth of the world’s oil and gas passes—remains at the centre of confusion amid tensions involving the US, Israel, and Iran. No injuries were reported, and the vessels were not damaged in the firing, sources said.According to Reuters, vessels attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday received radio messages from Iran’s navy telling them they were not allowed to pass, while two ships reported being hit by gunfire. Several commercial vessels attempted to transit the strait after a notice to mariners a day earlier said passage was allowed but would be restricted to lanes Iran deemed safe, the report added.Meanwhile, India raised concerns over the safety of merchant shipping and sailors after reports of firing on commercial vessels. The Ministry of External Affairs said Iran had previously helped ensure safe passage for several India-bound ships.Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri urged the Iranian ambassador to convey New Delhi’s concerns to authorities in Tehran and to restore, at the earliest, the process of facilitating safe passage for Indian ships through the Strait of Hormuz. The ambassador assured that India’s concerns would be communicated.Iran addressed the shooting incident involving India-flagged vessels in the Strait of Hormuz amid rising regional tensions, with its top representative in India stressing strong ties and calling for peace.”The relationship between Iran and India is very strong and I don’t know anything about this event which you mentioned and we hope that it will be okay and it will be solved,” said representative of Iran’s Supreme Leader in India Dr Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi.Iran’s joint military command later said control over the Strait had returned to “strict management” by the armed forces.The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), through the Tasnim news agency, warned that vessels approaching the strait could be treated as acting in support of hostile forces and could be targeted.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. 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My name is second on your list. You are firing now. Let me turn back!” the captain of the India-flagged “Sanmar Herald” tanker can be heard saying in the audio widely circulated on social media.What has happened so farTwo Indian vessels targetedTwo India-flagged ships, oil tanker Sanmar Herald and bulk carrier Jag Arnav, were targeted by Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) gunboats while attempting to cross the strait, according to maritime security inputs and tracking data.At least one vessel sustained minor damage, including a shattered window pane. No injuries have been reported.Convoy disrupted, ships turn backThe incident hit a convoy of 14 India-bound vessels carrying crude oil, LPG and fertilisers. Thirteen ships were forced to halt or reverse course at different points in the Persian Gulf.Several vessels, including Sanmar Herald, Desh Vaibhav, Desh Vibhor and Jag Arnav, turned back near the chokepoint, while some are now drifting near Larak Island awaiting clearance.India lodges protestIndia summoned Iranian envoy Mohammad Fathali, with Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri conveying “deep concern” over the incident and stressing the need to ensure safety of merchant shipping.New Delhi urged Tehran to resume facilitating safe passage for India-bound vessels. Iran said it would convey the concerns to its authorities.Mixed signals on passageAmid the disruption, one India-flagged tanker, Desh Garima, managed to cross the strait and is now sailing toward India.However, ship tracking data showed confusion over navigation, with vessels receiving conflicting signals on whether transit was permitted.Hormuz tensions disrupt global shippingIran has tightened control over the strait, citing a US naval blockade and alleged violations of ceasefire conditions. Security agencies reported multiple commercial vessels, including Greek tankers, also turning back after gunfire and radio warnings.The Strait of Hormuz handles about a fifth of global oil and gas flows, and the latest disruption has added to uncertainty, with vessels idling, rerouting or awaiting clearance across the region.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. 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