The Times of India

Two vessels carrying 24 Indian seafarers hit by projectiles, drone in separate incidents

Union shipping minister Sarbananda Sonowal confirmed that two vessels carrying Indian seafarers were attacked in October. The MT ST 3 was struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, while the YARA J was hit by a drone off Romania. Fortunately, all 24 Indian nationals aboard both vessels are reported safe and unharmed. India has condemned attacks on commercial vessels, citing concerns for the safety of seafarers.