19 Indian seafarers stranded in Yemen evacuated, Embassy says
The evacuation comes days after India said 14 Indian nationals aboard a yacht involved in an incident off the Yemeni coast were safe
DUBAI (November 8, 2026) - The Indian Embassy in Yemen has announced the safe evacuation of 19 Indian seafarers who had been stranded in the ports of Hodeidah and Sana'a for two weeks. All individuals were reported to be in good health as they journeyed back to their home country. In a statement shared on social media platform X, the Indian Embassy expressed its gratitude to all those who had assisted in ensuring the safe evacuation of these Indian nationals.
The evacuation follows a similar incident where 14 Indian nationals aboard a yacht were reported safe off the Yemeni coast. While it remains unclear if the 14 are included in the 19 evacuated, the embassy reaffirmed its commitment to the well-being of all Indian citizens in Yemen.
Earlier reports from Arab media outlets claimed that the yacht was targeted by Saudi forces near Yuqar Island in the Red Sea, though Indian officials have yet to confirm these allegations. The situation in Yemen remains tense, with recent clashes between Saudi-led forces and Houthi rebels raising concerns over the security of international shipping routes in the region.
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