India Protests US Strike Killing Three Indian Seafarers

India has protested the US killing of three Indian seafarers during strikes in the Strait of Hormuz, though de-escalation efforts are advancing as the US and Iran have confirmed a deal to reopen the strait and extend their ceasefire, with oil prices declining and stock markets rising following the agreement. However, Israeli strikes on Beirut threaten to undermine the US-Iran accord and further strain India-US relations, while Pakistan's announcement of the deal signals emerging regional alignment. The situation remains fragile as the strait is expected to reopen following the deal's Sunday signing.