https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/indian-navy-rescues-20-crew-members-from-hijacked-iranian-vessel-after-48-hour-operationContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/indian-navy-rescues-20-crew-members-from-hijacked-iranian-vessel-after-48-hour-operationhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/indian-navy-rescues-20-crew-members-from-hijacked-iranian-vessel-after-48-hour-operation#u180126Fri, 06 Nov 2026 05:50:11 +0000The 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 mattersThe rescue occurs during a period of sharp increase in Somali pirate attacks throughout 2026. This surge has raised international concerns regarding the s