India lodges formal protests against the United States over the use of “deadly force” in the Gulf of Oman involving commercial shipping, which reportedly results in the deaths of three people. According to Business Line, New Delhi summons the US envoy twice within three days to convey its concerns and to seek clarifications about the circumstances surrounding the incidents. India demands that safety measures be strengthened for civilian mariners operating in the region and emphasizes the need to avoid harm to non-combatants. The reports describe India’s diplomatic démarche as specifically focused on the incident(s) in the Gulf of Oman and the subsequent impact on individuals aboard commercial vessels. The protests signal that India considers the use of force in or around civilian maritime activity a serious matter requiring explanation and assurances. The summary reflects information provided in the cited source; further details such as the precise dates, operational context, and US response are not included in the material provided here.