Iran’s Revolutionary Guard seized the MSC Aries, a Portugal-flagged container vessel affiliated with Israel, in the Strait of Hormuz. Among the 25 crew members, 17 are Indian nationals. India is coordinating with Iranian authorities in Tehran and Delhi to ensure the safety, well-being, and prompt release of its citizens. The incident occurred while the vessel was en route from the United Arab Emirates to India. Tensions rise amid wider geopolitical dynamics between Iran and the West.