Middle East: India says commercial ship sunk off Yemen

· DW

India reported an attack on a "defenseless" commercial ship which caused it to capsize and sink, but noted the crew were safe. Meanwhile, Lebanon and Israel met for talks despite Hezbollah's objections.

This blog, on the Iran war and the wider Middle East conflict, has now closed. Read below for the biggest headlines on Tuesday, Aug 4, 2026.

  • India reports commercial ship struck and sunk off Yemeni coast, says crew all rescued 
  • Hezbollah and Lebanon's government clash over latest talks with Israel
  • Representatives of the two governments are meeting at the US Embassy in Rome
  • The Trump administration claims, once again, it is close to a breakthrough in talks with Iran
  • Follow DW for updates on the US-Iran war and the wider conflicts in the Middle East on Tuesday, August 4. 

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