Sri Lanka Evacuation Operation Saves Iranian Ship Crew Members
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Mar 06, 2026, 19:15 IST | Updated: Mar 06, 2026, 19:15 IST
Sri Lanka has begun evacuating the crew of a second Iranian vessel amid rising regional tensions. Over 200 crew members are set to be brought ashore as authorities coordinate safe passage and support. The move underscores growing concerns over maritime security in the wake of the Iran–West Asia conflict.
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