Efforts On To Free Indians On Board Ship Seized By Yemen Rebels: Centre
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The foreign ministry said India has been closely monitoring developments following the seizure of the UAE-flagged ship Rwabee by the Houthis on January 2.
All seven Indian sailors on board a UAE-flagged cargo vessel that was seized by Houthis off the port of Hodeidah in Yemen are safe and the government is making all efforts to secure their early release, the external affairs ministry said on Tuesday.
Arindam Bagchi, the spokesperson in the ministry, said India has been closely monitoring developments following the seizure of the UAE flagged ship Rwabee by the Houthis on January 2.
"We also understand from the company and other sources that all Indian crew members are safe. The government of India is making all efforts to secure their early release," Mr Bagchi said.
The Houthi rebels have a strong presence in parts of Yemen.
