The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday summoned US Charge d’Affaires Jason Meeks and lodged a strong protest over what India described as continuing attacks by US naval forces on commercial vessels carrying Indian seafarers in the Gulf of Oman. According to the MEA, the summons was issued to convey India’s “strong concerns” over the incidents that have resulted in the death of three Indian nationals and raised serious questions over the safety of civilian shipping in the region. In a statement, the ministry said a “strong protest was lodged” with the US diplomat over the continuing incidents involving commercial vessels carrying Indian mariners. “The Ministry once again conveyed its deep concern over the use of lethal and deadly force against civilian shipping. Such actions are unacceptable and undermine the safety, security and stability of international maritime commerce in a sensitive region at a difficult time,” the MEA said. Ministry of External Affairs issues statement on summoning of U.S. Chargé d’Affaires.@MEAIndia pic.twitter.com/3XFknzb1el — All India Radio News (@airnewsalerts) June 12, 2026 The ministry further …