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The Indian Embassy thanked Saudi Arabia for rescuing Augustin Dassayan, an Indian sailor aboard the Houthi-hit ship Eternity C. He was safely brought to Jizan and later repatriated with consular assistance. The vessel sank after a rebel attack, leaving 10 crew members missing. The Houthis continue targeting ships in solidarity with Palestine, disrupting vital trade routes.

Key Points: India Thanks Saudi Arabia for Rescuing Sailor from Houthi-Attacked Ship

  • Indian sailor rescued after Houthi attack on Eternity C ship
  • Saudi authorities safely evacuated Augustin Dassayan to Jizan
  • 10 crew members still missing after vessel sank
  • Houthis continue Red Sea attacks disrupting global trade
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Indian Embassy expresses gratitude to Saudi Arabia for rescuing Indian from Houthi-hit ship , facilitates his return to India

Indian Embassy praises Saudi authorities for saving Augustin Dassayan from the sunken Eternity C ship and facilitating his return home.

"A team from the Indian Consulate in Jeddah met him, ensured his well-being, and facilitated his return to India. – Indian Embassy"

Jeddah, July 15

The Indian Embassy in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday expressed gratitude to the Saudi authorities for rescuing an Indian national who was aboard the merchant vessel Eternity C, which recently sank in the Red Sea after a hostile attack by Yemen's Houthi rebels.

The update was shared by the embassy in an X post (formerly Twitter), confirming that the Indian citizen, Augustin Dassayan, was safely brought to Jizan, Saudi Arabia, along with other survivors.

"A team from the Indian Consulate in Jeddah met him, ensured his well-being, and facilitated his return to India," the Embassy said in the post.

https://x.com/indianembriyadh/status/1945006913533444133?s=46&t=TbrKHKgG29uXA1CMFN38Pw

According to a Reuters report, the Greek operator of the vessel, Cosmoship Management, confirmed that 10 crew members have been rescued so far, while 10 others remain missing.

The Eternity C was the second Greek-owned ship to be attacked and sunk by the Iran-backed Houthis last week. The attack is part of the group's continuing attempts to disrupt global shipping through the Red Sea, which is a crucial trade route for oil and other commodities.

The Indian Embassy also noted that Dassayan was working as a security guard aboard the ship and he was safely evacuated thanks to the quick efforts of the Saudi authorities.

As per Al Jazeera the incidents are a revival of a Houthi campaign launched in November 2023 after the start of Israel's war on Gaza. More than 100 ships have since been attacked in operations the Houthis say are in solidarity with Palestinians, the outlet reported.

The Red Sea region has seen repeated attacks by Houthi militants in recent months, targeting vessels they claim are linked to Israel, the US, or allied nations.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Why are Indian workers still being sent to such dangerous conflict zones? The government should create better job opportunities at home so our people don't have to risk their lives abroad. Just my two cents.
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Arjun K
Heartwarming to see international cooperation saving lives! 🇮🇳🤝🇸🇦 But we must also address the root cause - these Houthi attacks are disrupting global trade and endangering innocent sailors. Stronger international action needed.
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Sarah B
As an expat in Saudi, I've seen firsthand how they treat Indian workers with respect. Glad they stepped up to help in this crisis. Hope the other missing crew members are found soon.
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Vikram M
The Indian embassy deserves appreciation for their quick response. But can we have more transparency about how many Indians are working in such high-risk areas? Families deserve to know the risks involved.
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Kavya N
While we're celebrating this rescue, let's not forget the 10 still missing. My prayers are with their families. The shipping companies must provide better security for crews in these dangerous waters.

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