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13 Indian seafarers remain stranded aboard MV AMIR1 at Chornomorsk port: Ukrainian Embassy

13 Indian seafarers remain stranded aboard MV AMIR1 at Chornomorsk port: Ukrainian Embassy

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Thirteen Indian seafarers remain stranded aboard MV AMIR1 in a Black Sea port of Ukraine, under the continuing threat of “Russian missile and drone attacks”, the country’s embassy here said on Wednesday, adding Ukrainian authorities are providing “all possible assistance” regarding the affected seafarers. Russia and Ukraine are involved in a conflict that has prolonged for over four years now. (Reuters) In a post on X, the Ukrainian Embassy also said that disturbing news continues to emerge from Ukraine’s Black Sea ports, as it claimed that Russia has “intensified its attacks on civilian vessels and port infrastructure”. “Thirteen Indian seafarers remain stranded aboard MV AMIR 1 in the Port of Chornomorsk, under the continuing threat of Russian missile and drone attacks. Russia’s actions have already caused deaths and injuries among Indian seafarers in the Black Sea,” it said. “Ukrainian authorities are providing all possible assistance and remain in close contact with the Embassy of India in Ukraine regarding the affected seafarers. We regret that our request to arrange a telephone conversation between Ukraine’s Foreign Minister …

India issues advisory for citizens taking employment in Black Sea region

India issues advisory for citizens taking employment in Black Sea region

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The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has advised Indian nationals planning to take employment on commercial vessels operating in or passing through the Black Sea region to carefully evaluate security risks before accepting such assignments, reported the IANS. The advisory was issued amid growing concerns over the safety of commercial shipping in the region, where ongoing conflict has increased threats to maritime operations. The MEA said that the security situation in and around the Black Sea and nearby maritime areas remains highly volatile due to the continuing conflict, the news agency reported. Commercial vessels travelling through these waters face serious risks, including missile and drone attacks. The ministry noted that there has been an increase in such incidents since April 2026, resulting in the deaths of five Indian nationals. The MEA urged Indian citizens who decide to work on vessels in the region to exercise extreme caution and remain aware of the possible dangers involved. Workers advised to verify details before joining vessels The ministry asked prospective employees to obtain complete information from employers, recruitment …

Condemn such attacks, says MEA after Russian missile kills 4 Indians on vessel

Condemn such attacks, says MEA after Russian missile kills 4 Indians on vessel

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India on Monday condemned a Russian attack on a Guinea Bissau-flagged merchant vessel off the coast of Ukraine that killed 10 people, including four Indian seafarers, and reiterated its call for an end to the targeting of commercial shipping during conflicts. Smoke rises from a civilian vessel on fire, amid Russia’s attack on Ukraine, in Odesa, Ukraine July 19, 2026.Picture taken with a mobile phone. (REUTERS) This is the first instance of the death of Indian seafarers in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. More than half a dozen Indian seafarers have died in Iranian and US attacks on merchant vessels in the Strait of Hormuz in recent weeks, prompting New Delhi to lodge strong protests with Tehran and Washington. The MV Golden Leo, a general cargo ship, was attacked on Sunday evening while it was departing the port of Odesa. At the time of the incident, there were 17 crew members on board, including five Indian nationals. Four Indian crew members were killed, and one was “hospitalised in a critical condition”, the external affairs ministry said in …

‘More interested in political points’: Shashi Tharoor vs Congress after he backs Modi-Trump meet at G7

‘More interested in political points’: Shashi Tharoor vs Congress after he backs Modi-Trump meet at G7

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Another rift between Shashi Tharoor and the Congress party erupted after Thiruvananthapuram MP expressed support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi‘s remarks during a meeting with US President Donald Trump at the G7 Summit. In response to Khera’s remarks, Shashi Tharoor posted a report regarding the issue of the safety of Indian seafarers being raised during the Modi-Trump meeting. (PTI) Hitting back at Congress leadership over criticism for his support of Modi’s remarks during his meeting with Trump, Tharoor said that some people are interested in “scoring political points”. The row sparked after the Thiruvananthapuram MP earlier said: “PM Modi made his point clear both in the public and private meetings with the president.” “It is important to convey the message that in wartime, civilian sailors on commercial ships should not be targets of combat. They are not soldiers, and that is the message PM Modi conveyed,” he was quoted as saying by news agency PTI. Congress takes jibe at Shashi Tharoor In response to this, Congress’s Pawan Khera targeted Tharoor and stated that the leader’s …

Key Takeaways on Ukraine, Iran, Migration and India

Key Takeaways on Ukraine, Iran, Migration and India

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From June 15 to 17, world leaders came together in France for the G7 (Group of Seven) meeting amid rising geopolitical tensions and economic instability. The meeting focused on the Russia-Ukraine war, the tensions in West Asia, artificial intelligence (AI) and global trade disruptions.  The G7, an informal forum of leading industrialised nations, comprises Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the UK and the US. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s presence at the 52nd edition of the summit drew global attention, amid renewed efforts to bring a resolution to the Russia-Ukraine war, now in its fifth year.  India also participated in the event, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagging concerns over the safety of Indian seafarers in the Strait of Hormuz, after attacks on commercial ships by the US Navy killed three Indians. Following three days of discussions, the G7 leaders released statements on major topics such as human trafficking, geopolitical issues and rebuilding international partnerships.  Here’s a look at what G7 brings for the world, what it means for India, and the developments to watch going …

‘It’s a rough profession’: Trump responds to question over Indian sailors’ death in US attack

‘It’s a rough profession’: Trump responds to question over Indian sailors’ death in US attack

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US President Donald Trump expressed condolences over the deaths of three Indian seafarers killed in US attacks on merchant vessels off the coast of Oman, describing seafaring as “a rough profession”. US President Donald Trump meets with India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the G7 summit, Wednesday, June 17, 2026, in Evian-les-Bains, France. (AP Photo) Asked during a joint media interaction with Prime Minister Narendra Modi whether he had a message for the families of the Indian sailors killed in the strikes, Trump said, “Yeah, I do. I heard about that. It’s a rough profession.” He further added: “This has been happening throughout time, but we work together. We love all of those people. They’re great people.” The remarks came as Modi and Trump met on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in France, their first in-person meeting in 16 months amid the strained bilateral ties and concerns over the deaths of Indian crew members in the US attacks. The Palau-flagged vessel MT Settebello was among three tankers targeted by US forces …

Indian crew evacuated from Virat 1 after engine failure; rescue underway

Indian crew evacuated from Virat 1 after engine failure; rescue underway

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Fourteen Indian crew members aboard the Indian-flagged merchant vessel Virat 1 were evacuated to a life raft after the ship suffered an engine failure off the Oman coast. The Indian Embassy in Muscat said rescue operations are underway under the coordination of Omani authorities Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

‘Compromised PM listens like an obedient servant’: Rahul Gandhi slams Modi

‘Compromised PM listens like an obedient servant’: Rahul Gandhi slams Modi

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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday sharply criticised the United States (US) and Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the US Navy strikes on an oil ship in the Gulf that killed three Indian sailors. In a post on X, the Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition said, “Just days after the murder of three Indian sailors in American attacks – no remorse, no apology. On the contrary, America has continued issuing orders.” “Read their words: `Comply immediately with the orders of the US military.` No violation `will be tolerated’,” he added. “A free country would never tolerate such language. But our Compromised PM? Silent. They listen like an obedient servant and comply with the orders. Compromised PM will not defend the country`s honor–because those who insult the country are under their control,” Gandhi further stated. अमेरिकी हमलों में तीन भारतीय नाविकों की हत्या के चंद दिन बाद – न अफ़सोस, न माफ़ी। उल्टा, अमेरिका ने आदेश देना जारी रखा है। उनके शब्द पढ़िए: “अमेरिकी सेना के आदेश तुरंत मानें।” कोई उल्लंघन “बर्दाश्त नहीं किया जाएगा।” एक …

`Not justified`: EAM Jaishankar speaks to Rubio, lodges protest over killing of

`Not justified`: EAM Jaishankar speaks to Rubio, lodges protest over killing of

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India`s External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar spoke to the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and lodged a strong diplomatic protest with the United States after the latter`s Navy strike on an oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman killed three Indian seafarers. The EAM while speaking to his US counterpart Rubio on Friday evening also added that “such lethal actions against commercial shipping are `not justified`”. In a post on social media platform X, EAM Jaishankar wrote, “Spoke to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio this evening. I reiterated India’s strong protest at the attacks by the US Navy in the Gulf that killed three Indian mariners. Such lethal actions against commercial shipping are not justified.” Earlier on Friday, the US` Charge d`Affaires (CDA), Jason Meeks, was summoned to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). Spoke to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio this evening. I reiterated India’s strong protest at the attacks by the US Navy in the Gulf that killed three Indian mariners. Such lethal actions against commercial shipping are not …