Gulf Ship Attacks: 35 Indian Seafarers Safe After Three Vessels Targeted

India is monitoring a wave of attacks on commercial vessels in the Gulf region after three ships carrying Indian seafarers were targeted in separate incidents on October 29 and 30. The first incident involved a Liberia-flagged vessel; details on the other two ships have not been fully disclosed. Officials say all 35 Indian seafarers aboard the three ships are safe, with no confirmed injuries reported so far. New Delhi has directed maritime authorities to cooperate with flag states, shipowners, and international partners to assess the security situation, share information, and safeguard crews. Indian missions in the Gulf are coordinating consular support and routine welfare checks while keeping families informed. Shipping companies have been urged to review security measures, routes, and incident reporting, and to maintain open lines of communication with authorities. The episodes highlight ongoing maritime-security challenges in the Gulf, where crews frequently operate under elevated risk. These incidents occurred within a two-day span and have prompted heightened security reviews and liaison with international maritime security agencies. The government says it is closely monitoring the situation and will provide updates as investigations by port authorities, naval patrols, and other security agencies progress. Authorities have not confirmed details about perpetrators or exact locations, and work is ongoing to determine the circumstances of each attack.