Indian seafarers

The Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has issued an advisory urging Indian seafarers to assess security risks before accepting jobs in the Black Sea region. This follows an incident where the MV AGN Ragnar, carrying four Indian crew members, was struck by a projectile in Odesa. The Indian Embassy in Kyiv confirmed two crew members are safe, but information about the other two remains pending.

India summoned the Russian envoy to express grave concerns over the killing of four Indian seafarers near Odessa, Ukraine. The Ministry of External Affairs conveyed 'unequivocal condemnation' of the attack to Russia.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) summoned an Iranian deputy envoy following an attack on two commercial vessels, MT Al Bahiyah and MT Mombasa, which had 30 Indian seafarers onboard. The MEA condemned the attacks and called for an immediate cessation of violence and a return to dialogue to stabilize West Asia.

Three Indian crew members, including Patnala Suresh, were killed when the US military struck the commercial oil tanker MT Settebello in the Gulf of Oman near the Strait of Hormuz. The incident left families grieving and highlighted dangers faced by Indian seafarers amid regional conflicts.

DGS has withdrawn restrictions on Indian ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The advisory against deploying Indian seafarers in conflict zones has also been revoked.

Congress criticizes PM Narendra Modi for not addressing the killing of Indian seafarers with Donald Trump. Congress leader Pawan Khera compared Modi's actions to reinstating British-era servitude.

A mariner died onboard the vessel Celestial Sea, highlighting issues faced by Indian seafarers including depleting supplies, unaddressed distress calls, rationing of food and water, stressful conditions in a war zone, and U.S. Navy's hostile maneuvers.

SJM has written to a U.S. envoy regarding the killing of Indian seafarers, demanding an investigation and compensation. Mahajan claimed the U.S. action violated international law on seas, armed conflict, and human rights.

Four Indian sailors died due to medical complications and a bombed tanker near Oman, exacerbated by a US blockade in the Strait of Hormuz that prevented evacuation. Crew members attempted to preserve the body of a deceased sailor using cold water bottles.

The Indian Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) has issued an advisory to prevent the deployment of Indian seafarers to conflict zones, following a recent US strike on the MT Settebello that resulted in the deaths of three Indians.

Rahul Gandhi criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his silence on U.S. military strikes off the coast of Oman that killed three Indian seafarers, citing a lack of apology from the U.S. Congress also condemned the government's response.

The article examines the challenges India faces in protecting its seafarers in the Gulf, including attacks on three vessels by the U.S. Navy, sanctions imposed on ships, and the limitations posed by the foreign-flag status of the vessels. It also questions whether international maritime laws adequately safeguard civilian crews.

Indian seafarers are at heightened risk in regions where commercial shipping intersects with geopolitical conflicts. The article argues that diplomatic efforts alone may not ensure their safety, and they should not be forced to navigate war-risk zones without full risk disclosure and informed consent.

India, as the current Chair of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA), may address maritime concerns including attacks on vessels with Indian seafarers and an Iranian 'service fee' during an IORA meeting. The IORA charter prohibits raising non-regional cooperation issues, but India could use the forum to voice regional maritime security concerns.

Rahul Gandhi criticizes Prime Minister Narendra Modi for not speaking out about the deaths of Indian seafarers in U.S. strikes. The Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha claims Modi remains silent despite foreign powers killing Indians.

The UN chief condemned an attack on a tanker that killed three Indian seafarers. The Secretary-General emphasized that navigational rights and freedoms must be respected under international law.

The U.S. Navy attacked three merchant vessels carrying Indian seafarers, prompting India to issue a firm message demanding the strikes cease. India protested the attack on the Settebello ship, emphasizing its commitment to seafarers' welfare, according to MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal.

The U.S. attacked a third ship carrying Indian seafarers, with the crew reported safe. The External Affairs Ministry expressed concern but attributed the incident to regional conflict, while Congress and CPI(M) demanded accountability and condemnation from the government.

Three missing Indian seafarers onboard the MT Settebello have been confirmed dead. Union Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal directed officials to ensure immediate repatriation of rescued crew members and the return of the deceased's remains for final rites.

India summoned the US envoy following an attack on the Palau-flagged Settebello ship carrying Indian sailors off Oman. Three Indian seafarers are missing after Oman rescued 21 others from the vessel.