Iran has thanked India for safely rescuing 20 crew members from a fishing vessel that was hijacked by Somali pirates in the Arabian Sea. The Indian Navy carried out the rescue operation with support from the Indian Air Force.
The Iranian vessel, named Azini, was taken over by pirates on October 29 near the coast of Somalia. After receiving information about the hijacking, the Indian Navy launched an operation to locate the vessel and rescue its crew.
The operation took place around 3,000 km from Mumbai. Indian Navy ships and aircraft tracked the vessel, while marine commandos were sent to take control of the situation. The Indian Air Force also provided support during the mission.
All 20 crew members were rescued safely. No one was injured during the operation.
After the successful rescue, the Iranian Embassy in New Delhi thanked the Indian government, Navy and Air Force. It said the operation showed the strong friendship and cooperation between India and Iran.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also praised the armed forces for their courage and quick action. He said India remains committed to protecting lives and maintaining safety across the Indian Ocean.
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