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Black Sea attack Indian sailor
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An Indian sailor was killed in an attack on the commercial vessel MV Omorfi in the Black Sea on July 18. India condemned the attack, summoned Ukraine's envoy, and urged protection of merchant shipping.
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MEA summons Ukrainian envoy over sailor's death
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India condemns attack, calls for maritime safety
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MV Omorfi attacked in Black Sea on July 18, Indian killed
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Full story →India summons Ukraine's envoy over death of seafarer in Black Sea
India's MEA summoned Ukraine's Ambassador Oleksandr Polishchuk over attacks on commercial vessels in the Black Sea.
An Indian national died on MV OMORFI amid the deteriorating security situation.
New Delhi condemned the attacks and conveyed serious concern, urging Ukraine to prevent targeting commercial ships.
Earlier · 3d ago
Full story →Govt says one Indian killed in attack on vessel in Russian territorial waters
One Indian national was killed in an attack on the commercial vessel MV OMORFI in Russian territorial waters in the Black Sea on July 18, 2026.
The vessel had three Indians on board; two are reported safe.
India's Ministry of External Affairs expressed condolences and condemned the attack on commercial shipping.
A separate attack on the vessel MV Golden Leo near Odesa on July 19, 2026, killed four Indian seafarers.
India called on all parties to uphold international obligations for maritime navigation safety.