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Commercial Ship Attacked in Black Sea: One Indian Injured and Receiving Treatment in Romania
- •A commercial vessel named MV ROYAD MAMMADOV was attacked in the Black Sea, resulting in two foreign fatalities and multiple injuries.
- •The Indian Embassy confirmed that all three Indian nationals aboard the ship are safe, though one sustained injuries.
- •The injured Indian is currently receiving medical treatment at the Constanțaa County Hospital in Romania.
- •India's Ambassador to Romania, Manoj Mohapatra, spoke directly with the injured Indian nationals and the chief doctor.
- •External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar recently expressed grave concern at the UN regarding rising attacks on commercial vessels.
Key Questions Answered
All three Indian nationals aboard the MV ROYAD MAMMADOV are safe, as confirmed by the Indian Embassy. One of the Indian crew members sustained injuries during the attack and is currently receiving medical treatment at a hospital in Romania.
India's Ambassador to Romania, Manoj Mohapatra, personally spoke with the three Indian nationals receiving treatment at the Constanța County Hospital. He also conferred with the chief doctor to ensure they were receiving proper medical care and assured them of full government support.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar strongly condemned attacks on commercial vessels and sailors at the United Nations General Assembly, calling them completely unacceptable. India maintains that safeguarding maritime routes and civilian crew members is vital for global trade and energy supplies.
