Pakistani and Indian naval vessels collide in Arabian Sea

A Pakistani naval vessel and an Indian warship collided in the Arabian Sea in September 2026. Pakistan described the incident as a 'belligerent action' and protested what it called a 'provocative' manoeuvre by the Indian Navy vessel, while Indian reports said the Indian warship was rammed. The two ships came close at high speed in international waters, according to accounts from both sides. A former Indian Navy captain warned the collision could lead to a 'very dangerous situation'. The incident has raised tensions between the two countries and drawn attention to the use of grey-zone tactics at sea.