India Seizes Three US Sanctioned Iran Linked Oil Tankers Near Mumbai, Tightens Maritime Surveillance

India has intercepted three oil tankers subject to US sanctions and suspected of Iranian connections, escalating maritime vigilance in its waters.The vessels—Stellar Ruby, Asphalt Star, and Al Jafzia—were seized near Mumbai after displaying suspicious behaviour, including frequent changes to their identities. This development, reported on 17 February 2026, underscores New Delhi’s commitment to
India has intercepted three oil tankers subject to US sanctions and suspected of Iranian connections, escalating maritime vigilance in its waters.The vessels—Stellar Ruby, Asphalt Star, and Al Jafzia—were seized near Mumbai after displaying suspicious behaviour, including frequent changes to their identities. This development, reported on 17 February 2026, underscores New Delhi’s commitment to
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