Armed Hijackers Seize Liberian Ship With 15 Indian Crew In Arabian Sea, Indian Navy Launches Rescue Operation

Credit: Zee News- Published on January 5, 2024
The Indian Navy swiftly reacted to the SOS and deployed an MPA (Maritime Patrol Aircraft) and diverted its warship INS Chennai to help the troubled vessel, near the east coast of Somalia.

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Published on January 5, 2024 -  02:02
Indian Navy's Swift Response: Responds to Hijacking Near Somalia| Oneindia
An Indian Navy warship approaches the hijacked MV Lila Norfolk, a Liberian-flagged vessel near Somalia's coast. At least 15 Indian crew members are onboard. The ship reported armed intruders via the UK Maritime Trade Operations portal, prompting the deployment of the INS Chennai and aerial surveillance. The Indian Navy heightens vigilance in the Arabian Sea amid a resurgence of pirate activity. The situation follows a redirection of U.S.-led naval forces to the Red Sea, impacting maritime security. #IndianNavy #ArabianSeaSecurity #MaritimeSafety #PirateThreat #INSChennai #HijackAlert #NavalVigilance ~HT.178~PR.282~GR.124~ED.155~

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