India raised the safety of Indian seafarers and tankers with Iran's security chief Ajit Doval during an October 12 call amid Gulf attacks.

A drone struck the Panama-flagged tanker MT Gem 2 at Sharjah Anchorage on 9 October, with all 22 Indian crew members reported safe. The incident has sharpened attention on maritime security as India pushes for stronger international coordination to protect shipping and seafarers.