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Seafarers Attacked: India Condemns Black Sea & Hormuz Strikes
6 Oct
Summary
- India condemned attacks on commercial vessels in Black Sea and Strait of Hormuz.
- Two foreign seafarers were killed, and Indian nationals were injured in attacks.
- India launched a 'Group of Friends' for shipping safety in September 2026.
India has issued a strong condemnation of recent attacks targeting commercial vessels in the Black Sea and the Strait of Hormuz. These assaults have led to the tragic deaths of two foreign seafarers and left several crew members, including Indian nationals, injured. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed that injured Indian seafarers were rescued by Romanian authorities and are receiving medical care. India views these incidents as severely undermining global commerce and the welfare of people worldwide.
Furthermore, India highlighted its proactive role in addressing maritime security through the "Group of Friends on Safety and Security of Shipping and Seafarers." Launched in September 2026 with Liberia at the UN General Assembly, this 25-nation initiative aims to ensure the safety of merchant crews and commercial shipping.
The MEA also condemned a projectile strike on the Panama-flagged vessel MT On Peace off Oman's coast, where 17 of its 19 crew members were Indian nationals. Twelve crew members sustained injuries, including 11 Indians, who were evacuated with Omani assistance. India reiterated its call for an immediate cessation of such attacks to restore peace, stability, and unimpeded navigation through international waterways.
