An Indian national was killed after torpedoes hit a vessel sailing off the east coast of Oman towards India. The Indian Embassy in Oman confirmed the incident, saying that they were working closely with the Omani authorities regarding the safety of all crew members, including 19 Indian nationals, who were on board the vessel. The vessel, which was carrying 28 crew members on board, has been identified as MV Cape Dao.In a post on X, the embassy wrote, “We are closely monitoring the attack on MV Cape Dao today while transiting toward India, and are in close coordination with Omani authorities regarding the safety of all crew on board, including 19 Indian nationals.”“We are deeply saddened by the loss of one Indian national in this attack. Our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family. The Mission is coordinating with the RPSL and is in touch with the family of the deceased,” it added.<h2>MEA calls attacks ‘deeply worrisome’</h2>In a statement, the Ministry of External Affairs condemned the attack on the commercial vessel off the east coast of Oman.“We condemn the attack on the commercial vessel MV Cape Dao earlier today off the east coast of Oman. Of the 20 Indian seafarers on board, 19 have been rescued, while 1 Indian national tragically lost his life. We offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased. Our Embassy in Oman is closely monitoring the situation and proactively coordinating with the Omani authorities for early repatriation of the Indian seafarers. We thank the Omani authorities for their support," the MEA said in a statement.“The continuing incidents of attacks on commercial shipping in the region are deeply worrisome. We reiterate our call for dialogue and diplomacy to de-escalate tensions and enable early return of peace to the region. The targeting of commercial shipping, seafarers and civilian infrastructure in the region must end, and free and unimpeded navigation and commerce through the international waterways in the region must be restored at the earliest,” the statement added.<h2>FSUI demands accountability, justice</h2>Forward Seamen's Union of India (FSUI) expressed concern over the incident, demanding accountability, safe passage, and justice for Indian seafarers amid the tensions in and around the Strait of Hormuz.“Another Indian seafarer killed,” FSUI said in a post on X.The organisation identified the sailor as Suraj Yadav of Deoria, Uttar Pradesh. “Wiper Suraj Yadav of Deoria, Uttar Pradesh, is dead after MV Cape Dao was attacked today while sailing toward India,” the post added.FSUI shared further details about the vessel and the attack. “28 crew on board, 20 of them Indian. Two torpedoes: • Port side C-deck (accommodation) • Port side hull (engine room),” it said.“Assurances mean nothing. Innocent civilian seafarers are being slaughtered in and around Hormuz,” FSUI added. “FSUI demands immediate accountability, safe passage, and justice for Suraj Yadav and every Indian seafarer still at risk.”

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<h2>UK maritime agency says cargo vessel struck</h2>Earlier, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations said that a cargo vessel was struck in Hormuz by an “unknown projectile” on Wednesday (Sep 23) that resulted in a fire and two casualties.“The Company Security Officer of a cargo vessel reports being struck by an unknown projectile. The vessel is on fire and adrift,” the agency said. “All crew have been evacuated with 2 casualties reported.”&nbsp;

An Indian seafarer was killed after MV Cape Dao was attacked by torpedoes near the Strait of Hormuz while sailing towards India, with 19 Indian nationals among the crew.

An Indian national was killed after torpedoes hit a vessel sailing off the east coast of Oman towards India. The Indian Embassy in Oman confirmed the incident, saying that they were working closely with the Omani authorities regarding the safety of all crew members, including 19 Indian nationals, who were on board the vessel. The vessel, which was carrying 28 crew members on board, has been identified as MV Cape Dao. In a post on X, the embassy wrote, “We are closely monitoring the attack on MV Cape Dao today while transiting toward India, and are in close coordination with Omani authorities regarding the safety of all crew on board, including 19 Indian nationals.” “We are deeply saddened by the loss of one Indian national in this attack. Our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family. The Mission is coordinating with the RPSL and is in touch with the family of the deceased,” it added. MEA calls attacks ‘deeply worrisome’ In a statement, the Ministry of External Affairs condemned the attack on the commercial vessel off the east coast of Oman. “We condemn the attack on the commercial vessel MV Cape Dao earlier today off the east coast of Oman. Of the 20 Indian seafarers on board, 19 have been rescued, while 1 Indian national tragically lost his life. We offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased. Our Embassy in Oman is closely monitoring the situation and proactively coordinating with the Omani authorities for early repatriation of the Indian seafarers. We thank the Omani authorities for their support," the MEA said in a statement. “The continuing incidents of attacks on commercial shipping in the region are deeply worrisome. We reiterate our call for dialogue and diplomacy to de-escalate tensions and enable early return of peace to the region. The targeting of commercial shipping, seafarers and civilian infrastructure in the region must end, and free and unimpeded navigation and commerce through the international waterways in the region must be restored at the earliest,” the statement added. FSUI demands accountability, justice Forward Seamen's Union of India (FSUI) expressed concern over the incident, demanding accountability, safe passage, and justice for Indian seafarers amid the tensions in and around the Strait of Hormuz. “Another Indian seafarer killed,” FSUI said in a post on X. The organisation identified the sailor as Suraj Yadav of Deoria, Uttar Pradesh. “Wiper Suraj Yadav of Deoria, Uttar Pradesh, is dead after MV Cape Dao was attacked today while sailing toward India,” the post added. FSUI shared further details about the vessel and the attack. “28 crew on board, 20 of them Indian. Two torpedoes: • Port side C-deck (accommodation) • Port side hull (engine room),” it said. “Assurances mean nothing. Innocent civilian seafarers are being slaughtered in and around Hormuz,” FSUI added. “FSUI demands immediate accountability, safe passage, and justice for Suraj Yadav and every Indian seafarer still at risk.”

An Indian seafarer was killed after MV Cape Dao was attacked by torpedoes near the Strait of Hormuz while sailing towards India, with 19 Indian nationals among the crew.

Indian seafarer killed after torpedoes hits vessel near Strait of Hormuz

New Delhi: India’s foreign ministry summoned Ukraine’s ambassador Dr. Oleksandr Polishchuk after an attack on a vessel killed an Indian seafarer. Indian seafarers’ unions attributed the attack to a Ukrainian drone. The Indian foreign ministry strongly took up the issue.&nbsp;The vessel, MV Omorfi, was attacked on 18 July while transiting the Black Sea, “reportedly in Russian territorial waters,” the ministry said in a statement last week. Ten crew members were on board at the time, three of them Indian nationals. One Indian, Chief Officer Sagar Gupta, died in the incident. The two other Indian crew members were reported safe.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/berlin-pride-attack-suspect-shot-dead-by-police-incident-classified-as-islamist-terror-attack-1785091454375">Berlin Pride attack suspect shot dead by police; incident classified as ‘Islamist terror’ attack</a>&nbsp;India strongly condemned the attack. “Attacks on commercial shipping and civilian crew members are unacceptable,” the External Affairs Ministry said, urging all parties to ensure the safety of maritime navigation and the free flow of global trade.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/nandan-nilekani-infosys-co-founder-and-aadhaar-architect-to-lead-pm-s-high-powered-task-force-1785079026251">Nandan Nilekani, Infosys co-founder and Aadhaar architect, to lead PM’s high-powered task force</a>&nbsp;The Marshall Islands-flagged bulk carrier, built in 2010, was operating in a region that has seen repeated strikes on merchant ships amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. The incident shows the growing risks being faced by Indian seafarers, who form one of the largest contingents in the global merchant navy.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/high-powered-task-force-on-exam-reforms-set-up-under-nandan-nilekani-pm-modi-1785073188370#">DMK founder Karunanidhi’s granddaughter booked for slapping SBI branch manager | Video</a>&nbsp;Indian authorities have issued advisories urging seafarers and shipping companies to carefully assess security risks, verify routes, insurance coverage, and emergency procedures before accepting any assignments in or near the Black Sea. New Delhi has repeatedly called for the protection of commercial shipping lanes, stressing that the safety of civilian seafarers must not be compromised.

India strongly condemned the attack on the vessel in the Black Sea. India's External Affairs Ministry said attacks on commercial shipping and civilian crew members are unacceptable and urged all parties to ensure the safety of maritime navigation and the free flow of global trade.

New Delhi: India’s foreign ministry summoned Ukraine’s ambassador Dr. Oleksandr Polishchuk after an attack on a vessel killed an Indian seafarer. Indian seafarers’ unions attributed the attack to a Ukrainian drone. The Indian foreign ministry strongly took up the issue. The vessel, MV Omorfi, was attacked on 18 July while transiting the Black Sea, “reportedly in Russian territorial waters,” the ministry said in a statement last week. Ten crew members were on board at the time, three of them Indian nationals. One Indian, Chief Officer Sagar Gupta, died in the incident. The two other Indian crew members were reported safe. Also Read: Berlin Pride attack suspect shot dead by police; incident classified as ‘Islamist terror’ attack India strongly condemned the attack. “Attacks on commercial shipping and civilian crew members are unacceptable,” the External Affairs Ministry said, urging all parties to ensure the safety of maritime navigation and the free flow of global trade. Also Read: Nandan Nilekani, Infosys co-founder and Aadhaar architect, to lead PM’s high-powered task force The Marshall Islands-flagged bulk carrier, built in 2010, was operating in a region that has seen repeated strikes on merchant ships amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. The incident shows the growing risks being faced by Indian seafarers, who form one of the largest contingents in the global merchant navy. Also Read: DMK founder Karunanidhi’s granddaughter booked for slapping SBI branch manager | Video Indian authorities have issued advisories urging seafarers and shipping companies to carefully assess security risks, verify routes, insurance coverage, and emergency procedures before accepting any assignments in or near the Black Sea. New Delhi has repeatedly called for the protection of commercial shipping lanes, stressing that the safety of civilian seafarers must not be compromised.

India strongly condemned the attack on the vessel in the Black Sea. India's External Affairs Ministry said attacks on commercial shipping and civilian crew members are unacceptable and urged all parties to ensure the safety of maritime navigation and the free flow of global trade.

India summons Ukraine Ambassador Dr. Oleksandr Polishchuk after attack on vessel killed Indian seafarer

India has asked Venezuelan authorities to urgently investigate the case of an Indian seafarer whose body was repatriated with several vital organs missing following his death under unclear circumstances, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Friday (July 3).&nbsp;The seafarer, identified as 33-year-old Rakesh Chauhan, died in Venezuela's Falcón state on May 7. According to a death certificate issued by a medical facility in the South American country, the cause of death was a heart attack.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/gujarat-ats-arrests-eight-jaish-e-mohammed-terror-network-1783088879880">Gujarat ATS arrests eight alleged Jaish-e-Mohammed operatives, foils bid to build terror network</a>&nbsp;However, an autopsy conducted in Uttar Pradesh after Chauhan's body was repatriated last month found that his brain, heart, lungs, liver, kidneys, stomach and intestines were missing. The case has sparked allegations from Chauhan's family that he was murdered. The matter has also been taken up by the Forward Seamen's Union of India (FSUI) and several lawmakers.&nbsp;Addressing the issue during the MEA's weekly media briefing on Friday, ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said India had formally raised the matter with Venezuelan authorities. "We have taken up the matter with Venezuelan authorities with a request to urgently investigate the matter. We'll keep you updated in that regard," Jaiswal said.&nbsp;Earlier, the Indian Embassy in Caracas said in a post on social media that it had sought a "thorough investigation" into the alleged "desecration and removal of organs" from Chauhan's body. The embassy said it had "continued to pursue this matter with the concerned local authorities since the incident came to light".&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-reiterates-stand-says-indus-waters-treaty-remains-in-abeyance-over-pakistan-sponsored-terrorism-1783080215934">Indus Waters Treaty remains in abeyance over Pakistan-sponsored terrorism: India</a>&nbsp;The issue first came to public attention late last month after the FSUI highlighted the circumstances surrounding Chauhan's repatriation, nearly two months after his death. Doctors who carried out the post-mortem examination in Uttar Pradesh said the cause of death could not be determined because the absence of the internal organs made it impossible to establish whether Chauhan had suffered any fatal injuries.&nbsp;According to his family, Chauhan last spoke to them on the morning of May 7 from the vessel on which he was serving. Shortly afterwards, they were informed that he had collapsed, lost consciousness and was in a critical condition. They were later notified of his death.

India has urged Venezuela to investigate the repatriation of 33-year-old Indian seafarer Rakesh Chauhan, whose body was returned with vital organs missing, blocking an accurate local post-mortem examination.

India has asked Venezuelan authorities to urgently investigate the case of an Indian seafarer whose body was repatriated with several vital organs missing following his death under unclear circumstances, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Friday (July 3). The seafarer, identified as 33-year-old Rakesh Chauhan, died in Venezuela's Falcón state on May 7. According to a death certificate issued by a medical facility in the South American country, the cause of death was a heart attack. Also read: Gujarat ATS arrests eight alleged Jaish-e-Mohammed operatives, foils bid to build terror network However, an autopsy conducted in Uttar Pradesh after Chauhan's body was repatriated last month found that his brain, heart, lungs, liver, kidneys, stomach and intestines were missing. The case has sparked allegations from Chauhan's family that he was murdered. The matter has also been taken up by the Forward Seamen's Union of India (FSUI) and several lawmakers. Addressing the issue during the MEA's weekly media briefing on Friday, ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said India had formally raised the matter with Venezuelan authorities. "We have taken up the matter with Venezuelan authorities with a request to urgently investigate the matter. We'll keep you updated in that regard," Jaiswal said. Earlier, the Indian Embassy in Caracas said in a post on social media that it had sought a "thorough investigation" into the alleged "desecration and removal of organs" from Chauhan's body. The embassy said it had "continued to pursue this matter with the concerned local authorities since the incident came to light". Also read: Indus Waters Treaty remains in abeyance over Pakistan-sponsored terrorism: India The issue first came to public attention late last month after the FSUI highlighted the circumstances surrounding Chauhan's repatriation, nearly two months after his death. Doctors who carried out the post-mortem examination in Uttar Pradesh said the cause of death could not be determined because the absence of the internal organs made it impossible to establish whether Chauhan had suffered any fatal injuries. According to his family, Chauhan last spoke to them on the morning of May 7 from the vessel on which he was serving. Shortly afterwards, they were informed that he had collapsed, lost consciousness and was in a critical condition. They were later notified of his death.

India has urged Venezuela to investigate the repatriation of 33-year-old Indian seafarer Rakesh Chauhan, whose body was returned with vital organs missing, blocking an accurate local post-mortem examination.

India asks Venezuela to probe missing organs in repatriated body of Indian seafarer

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