An Indian vessel sank near Yemeni waters after being hit by an unknown projectile on Tuesday, officials said. Yemen's coast guard rescued all 14 seafarers on board, 13 of whom are Indian nationals. India’s Ministry of External Affairs condemned the attack and said the Indian Embassy in Riyadh is monitoring the situation while coordinating with Yemeni authorities. Authorities called for an end to attacks on commercial shipping and the restoration of unimpeded navigation under international law.
Indian Ship Sinks Near Yemen After Unknown Projectile Strike; All 14 Crew Rescued
A ship off the port of Aden, where traffic remained steady after the Iran-aligned Houthis said their forces had carried out missile and drone strikes on Saudi oil tankers, in Aden, Yemen, July 23, 2026. (photo credit: REUTERS/STRINGER/FILE PHOTO)
An Indian vessel sank in waters near Yemen after being struck by an unknown projectile on Tuesday, Indian Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal said. Yemeni authorities rescued all 14 people who had been on board, and there are no immediate reports of fatalities.
Rescue and nationalities
Yemen's coast guard recovered all 14 seafarers, 13 of whom are Indian nationals, according to Sonowal. The identities of the crew have not been released publicly beyond nationality counts.
Indian government response
India's Ministry of External Affairs condemned the attack, describing recent assaults on commercial shipping in the region as "deeply worrisome." The ministry said the Indian Embassy in Riyadh is closely monitoring the situation and coordinating with Yemeni authorities to ensure the continued safety and welfare of the rescued crew.
Calls for safe navigation
The ministry urged an end to violence against commercial shipping and called for the restoration of unimpeded navigation in accordance with international law. No group has claimed responsibility for the strike, and the circumstances surrounding the projectile impact remain under investigation.
What’s next
Indian and Yemeni officials are coordinating on next steps, including care for the rescued seafarers and further inquiries into the attack. This is a developing story and details may change as more information becomes available.
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