The Hindu·3 min read·medium
Why is Russia attacking ships in Odessa? | Explained
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Debayan Tewari
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The Indian government has issued an advisory for seafarers in the Black Sea due to escalating risks from the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. Recent attacks on commercial vessels have resulted in the deaths of several Indian sailors, prompting calls for increased caution and better safety protocols.
On July 26, 2026, the External Affairs Ministry issued an advisory for Indian seafarers joining commercial vessels in the Black Sea region. The Ministry said the security situation in the area “remains highly volatile due to the ongoing conflict”. It was referring to the four-year-old Russian war on Ukraine.
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