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Indian Navy rescues 20 crew members from hijacked Iranian vessel after 48-hour operation

The Indian Navy rescued all 20 Iranian crew members from the fishing vessel Azini after a 48-hour tactical operation in the Arabian Sea. The vessel was hijacked by Somali pirates on October 29. The mission took place 3,000 km from Mumbai and utilized surveillance and coordinated support from the Indian Air Force. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and the Iranian government praised the successful recovery of the crew and the vessel.

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  • ✓ The Indian Navy rescued 20 crew members from the Iranian fishing vessel Azini.
  • ✓ Somali pirates hijacked the vessel on October 29.
  • ✓ The rescue operation lasted 48 hours.
  • ✓ The operation occurred in the Arabian Sea, 3,000 km from Mumbai.
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The Indian Navy completed a 48-hour operation to recover the crew of the fishing vessel Azini.

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  1. Indian Navy Rescues 20 Crew Members From Hijacked Iranian Vessel

    The Indian Navy rescued all 20 Iranian crew members from the fishing vessel Azini after a 48-hour tactical operation in the Arabian Sea. The vessel was hijacked by Somali pirates on October 29. The mission took place 3,000 km from Mumbai and utilized surveillance and coordinated support from the Indian Air Force. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and the Iranian government praised the successful recovery of the crew and the vessel.

    Why it matters

    The rescue occurs during a period of sharp increase in Somali pirate attacks throughout 2026. This surge has raised international concerns regarding the safety of cargo ships in the region.

    What is confirmed

    • The Indian Navy rescued 20 crew members from the Iranian fishing vessel Azini.
    • Somali pirates hijacked the vessel on October 29.
    • The rescue operation lasted 48 hours.
    • The operation occurred in the Arabian Sea, 3,000 km from Mumbai.
    • The Indian Air Force provided tactical support and surveillance for the mission.

    What to watch next

    • Official statements from the Iranian government regarding reparations or diplomatic cooperation
    • Reports on further Somali pirate activity targeting cargo ships in the Arabian Sea
    Sources used for this update (12)
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    4. AP News — Somali pirates seize Iranian fishing vessel, raising fears of attacks on cargo ships
    5. Hindustan Times — Indian Navy rescues 20 crew members from hijacked Iranian vessel after 48-hour operation | India News
    6. NPR — Indian navy rescues 20 crew from Iranian fishing boat hijacked off Somalia
    7. The Maritime Executive — Indian Forces Rescue Iranian Dhow From Somali Pirates
    8. NDTV — Indian Navy Rescues All 20 Crew Of Pirated Fishing Vessel In Arabian Sea
    9. www.livemint.com — Indian Navy rescues 20 Iranian crew of fishing vessel ... - Mint
    10. www.hindustantimes.com — Indian Navy rescues 20 crew members from hijacked Iranian ...
    11. www.news9live.com — Indian Navy rescues 20 crew members from hijacked Iranian ...
    12. www.onmanorama.com — Indian Navy frees fishing vessel hijacked by Somali pirates, rescues 20 crew members after 48-hr operation | Indian Navy News and ....
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