US President Donald Trump on Friday accused Iran of attempting to carry out a drone attack on Indian ships leaving the Strait of Hormuz, describing the alleged incident as “totally unacceptable” amid escalating tensions in the Gulf region.
In a post on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump claimed that an Iranian drone attack targeting Indian vessels had been successfully thwarted.
“Their (Iran’s) totally rebuffed Drone attack last night against Indian Ships leaving the Hormuz Strait is totally unacceptable,” Trump wrote.
I'm seeing a lot of fake information about a potential deal to reopen the Strait and end Iran's nuclear weapons program. First, the Iranians are not receiving any cash, and no funds are being released for simply signing a deal or attending a meeting. The deal is structured to…
— JD Vance (@JDVance) June 12, 2026
The US President did not provide additional details regarding the alleged attack, including the number of vessels involved or the nature of the response that reportedly prevented the strike.
Claim Comes After Series Of Attacks On Ships Near Oman
Trump’s remarks come against the backdrop of a series of maritime security incidents involving vessels carrying Indian crew members in waters near Oman.
Three ships with Indian sailors on board have come under attack off the Omani coast this week, raising concerns about the safety of commercial shipping routes in the region.
In one of the most serious incidents, three Indian seafarers lost their lives after a Palau-flagged tanker, MT Settebello, was attacked. The incident prompted strong reactions from New Delhi, which described the attacks as deeply concerning.
India’s Ministry of External Affairs condemned the attacks and called for an immediate end to violence targeting commercial vessels and seafarers in the region.
India Calls Attacks “Deeply Worrisome”
Responding to the recent incidents, India stressed the importance of ensuring the safety and security of international shipping routes, particularly in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz.
The government described the attacks as “deeply worrisome” and reiterated its concern over the safety of Indian crew members working aboard merchant vessels operating in West Asian waters.
The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most important maritime chokepoints, handling a significant portion of global oil and energy shipments.
Trump Rejects Iran’s Version Of Proposed Deal
Apart from the alleged drone attack, Trump also used his statement to criticise Iran’s account of a proposed agreement aimed at ending the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
The US President claimed that Tehran had leaked an inaccurate version of the negotiations and insisted that Iran’s description of the deal bore little resemblance to what had actually been discussed.
According to Trump, the version of the agreement circulating publicly “bears no relation to the truth.”
He further accused Iranian leaders of acting in bad faith during negotiations.
“They are very dishonourable people to deal with,” Trump said, adding that “there is no such thing as dealing in good faith” when it comes to Iran.
“They better get their act together, and fast!” he warned.
JD Vance Dismisses Reports About Deal Terms
US Vice President JD Vance also weighed in on the controversy surrounding the proposed agreement, rejecting what he described as misinformation about the deal’s structure.
In a post on X, Vance said reports suggesting Iran would receive direct cash payments under the arrangement were incorrect.
“The deal is structured to ensure that the US and its allies’ concerns are prioritised, and that if the Islamic Republic of Iran meets its obligations, then economic benefits will flow to them and to the entire region,” he said.
Vance stressed that no funds would be released simply for signing the agreement and that any economic benefits would be tied to compliance with its terms.
Iran Signals Optimism On Negotiations
Meanwhile, Abbas Araghchi struck a more optimistic tone regarding diplomatic efforts.
In a post on X, the Iranian Foreign Minister said Tehran and Washington were closer than ever to reaching an agreement that could help end the conflict.
“The Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding has never been closer,” Araghchi wrote, referring to negotiations previously held in Islamabad, Pakistan.
His comments contrasted sharply with Trump’s criticism, highlighting the differing narratives emerging from both sides as diplomatic discussions continue.
Tensions Remain High In Gulf Region
The latest exchange comes as security concerns continue to mount across the Gulf, where attacks on commercial shipping, military operations and diplomatic disagreements have intensified in recent weeks.
With key global shipping routes running through the Strait of Hormuz, any escalation in hostilities carries significant implications for international trade, energy markets and regional stability.
While Trump’s allegations regarding the attempted drone strike have drawn attention, neither Iran nor independent international authorities have publicly confirmed the claim at the time of reporting.