22 Indian crew safe after drone attack on tanker
The Economic Times reports that all 22 Indian seafarers onboard the Panama-flagged crude oil tanker MT GEM NO. 2 are safe following a drone attack at Sharjah Anchorage on October 9. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal confirmed the crew's safety and stated that authorities are continuously monitoring the situation while in contact with the ship management company to ensure their well-being.
The incident highlights the ongoing concerns over attacks on commercial vessels and seafarers in the Gulf region and the Black Sea, prompting India and other countries to seek stronger international cooperation to safeguard maritime trade and crew members.
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