35 Pirates Surrender, 17 Crew Members Freed

The operation lasted for 40 hours.

New Delhi:

The Indian warship INS Kolkata efficiently cornered and coerced all 35 pirates to give up on Saturday, guaranteeing the secure evacuation of 17 crew members from the pirate vessel with none harm, the Indian Navy stated in an official assertion.

Within the rescue operation, which lasted for the final 40 hours, INS Kolkata intercepted the under-attack pirate ship Ruen, crusing virtually 2600 km from the shores of the Indian Coast, and compelled the pirate ship to cease by means of calibrated actions.

Within the motion to soundly rescue the crew members and take full management of the distressed vessel, the operation was supported by the Indian warship INS Subhadra, Excessive Altitude Lengthy Endurance (HALE RPA) drones, P8I maritime patrol plane, and MARCOS PRAHARs airdropped by C-17 plane.

Later, the vessel was additionally sanitized for the presence of unlawful arms, ammunition, and contraband.

Earlier, the Indian Navy shared concerning the ongoing rescue operation to evacuate crew members onboard a distressed vessel.

The ex-MV Ruen, which had been commandeered by Somali pirates on December 14, 2023, reappeared as a pirate vessel, threatening service provider transport within the excessive seas. Responding swiftly to the risk, an Indian Navy warship engaged the pirate vessel on March 15, the Navy stated in its assertion.

The pirates aboard the vessel had been known as upon by the Indian Navy to give up instantly and launch any civilians they could be holding in opposition to their will, the Navy stated.

The Indian Navy reiterated its unwavering dedication to sustaining maritime safety and guaranteeing the security of seafarers navigating by means of these perilous waters. This motion by the Indian Navy serves as a testomony to India’s resolve to fight piracy and uphold worldwide maritime legal guidelines.

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