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IMO begins evacuation of 11,000 sailors trapped in Strait of Hormuz crisis
IMO launches coordinated maritime evacuation The International Maritime Organization has announced the start of a large-scale evacuation of more than 11,000 sailors stranded in the Persian Gulf following months of disruption linked to the Strait of Hormuz. The operation is being carried out in coordination with regional coastal states, including Iran and Oman, along with the United States and global shipping
IMO begins evacuation of 11,000 sailors trapped in Strait of Hormuz crisis
IMO launches coordinated maritime evacuation The International Maritime Organization has announced the start of a large-scale evacuation of more than 11,000 sailors stranded in the Persian Gulf following months of disruption linked to the Strait of Hormuz. The operation is being carried out in coordination with regional coastal states, including Iran and Oman, along with the United States and global shipping
G7 summit: India flags risks to global sea trade routes
At the G7 summit in Evian, India placed maritime safety and the protection of seafarers at the center of global discussions. Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised concerns over rising risks faced by commercial shipping crews, particularly those operating through sensitive international sea lanes. He emphasized that disruptions at sea are no longer isolated incidents but a growing threat to global trade stability and human safety.
G7 summit: India flags risks to global sea trade routes
At the G7 summit in Evian, India placed maritime safety and the protection of seafarers at the center of global discussions. Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised concerns over rising risks faced by commercial shipping crews, particularly those operating through sensitive international sea lanes. He emphasized that disruptions at sea are no longer isolated incidents but a growing threat to global trade stability and human safety.
Visakhapatnam Chief Engineer Suresh Patnala Killed in MT Settebello Strike
Suresh Patnala, a chief engineer from Visakhapatnam, was among three Indian crew members killed after the commercial tanker MT Settebello was struck off Oman’s coast on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Indian authorities confirmed on Thursday, June 11, 2026, that three Indian nationals aboard the vessel had died. Patnala, 44, was serving as chief engineer and had nearly two decades of experience at sea. Suresh Patnala Was Expected to Return Home Pat
Visakhapatnam Chief Engineer Suresh Patnala Killed in MT Settebello Strike
Suresh Patnala, a chief engineer from Visakhapatnam, was among three Indian crew members killed after the commercial tanker MT Settebello was struck off Oman’s coast on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Indian authorities confirmed on Thursday, June 11, 2026, that three Indian nationals aboard the vessel had died. Patnala, 44, was serving as chief engineer and had nearly two decades of experience at sea. Suresh Patnala Was Expected to Return Home Pat









