Can India protect its seafarers in the Gulf? | Explained

How many Indian seafarers are working in the Gulf region? What happened to the three vessels attacked by the U.S. Navy? What sanctions were imposed on some ships? Does the foreign-flag status of the vessels limit India’s options? Do international maritime laws protect civilian crews?
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