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Indian crew rescued after vessel incident near Ras al‑Khaimah, UAE
✍️ Roya News
🗓 01 Nov 2026, 06:38 AM
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India confirmed that the crew of a vessel involved in an incident near Ras al‑Khaimah has been rescued, according to official sources.
New Delhi said that the crew of a merchant vessel that encountered an incident off the coast of Ras al‑Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates has been safely rescued. The statement, released by the Ministry of External Affairs, did not provide details about the nature of the incident or the number of crew members involved.
According to the ministry, Indian authorities coordinated with the UAE and other relevant agencies to ensure the swift evacuation of the crew. The rescued personnel are reported to have been taken to a nearby safe location and are expected to be repatriated to India after medical checks.
The incident underscores the ongoing risks faced by Indian seafarers operating in international waters and highlights the importance of diplomatic cooperation in maritime emergencies.
According to the ministry, Indian authorities coordinated with the UAE and other relevant agencies to ensure the swift evacuation of the crew. The rescued personnel are reported to have been taken to a nearby safe location and are expected to be repatriated to India after medical checks.
The incident underscores the ongoing risks faced by Indian seafarers operating in international waters and highlights the importance of diplomatic cooperation in maritime emergencies.