Centre says Indian seafarers in Gulf safe, flight situation improves amid Iran war
Mint·2h ago·Hope
What Happened
India's government confirmed all Indian seafarers in the Gulf region are safe following Iran's capture of two container ships on April 22. One Indian crew member remains aboard Epaminondas while twenty-one Indian sailors are on the Euphoria vessel. The situation is improving with increased flight operations from the region to India and vessels relocated to safer areas near the Strait of Hormuz.
Key Entities
Indian seafarersIranGulf regionStrait of HormuzContainer ships Francesca, Epaminondas, EuphoriaMinistry of Ports, Shipping & WaterwaysDG Shipping Control Room