An Indian vessel sank near Yemeni waters after being struck by an unknown projectile on Tuesday, according to India’s Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal.
According to Sonowal, all 14 seafarers on board, including 13 Indian nationals, were rescued by Yemen’s coast guard.
India’s Ministry of External Affairs condemned the attacks and stated that the Indian Embassy in Riyadh is closely monitoring the situation in addition to coordinating with Yemeni authorities to ensure the continued safety of the seafarers.
Indian MSV Faize Noore Oliya has been hit by a projectile near Yemeni waters, causing the vessel to capsize and sink.
India strongly condemns this unprovoked attack on the defenseless mechanised sailing vessel. The safety of our people is our supreme priority & I am relieved to…
— Sarbananda Sonowal (@sarbanandsonwal) August 4, 2026
The Ministry described recent attacks on commercial shipping in the region as “deeply worrisome.” It called for the end of such violence and the restoration of unimpeded navigation in line with international law.
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