A Pakistani crew of 24 members remains stranded aboard a liquefied natural gas (LNG) vessel off Yemen’s Ras Isa port, following a drone strike by Houthi rebels 10 days ago. The ship, en route from Iran’s Bandar Abbas port, was carrying cargo intended for Yemen. Although no casualties have been reported among the crew, the vessel has been immobilized, and the crew is unable to disembark due to the presence of Houthi fighters onboard.
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In a video message, the captain and crew appealed for assistance, requesting permission to sail to Djibouti for safety. They have reached out to Pakistan’s Ministry of Maritime Affairs and the Director General of Ports for support. However, the Houthi fighters are reportedly preventing them from leaving the vessel.
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Pakistan’s government is actively working to ensure the safe return of its citizens. The Foreign Office has confirmed that the ship is not in an area under the control of the Yemeni government, complicating the situation further. Diplomatic channels are being utilized to negotiate the crew’s release and facilitate their safe passage.
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This incident highlights the escalating risks faced by maritime crews in the region due to ongoing conflicts. The international community continues to monitor the situation, urging all parties to respect maritime safety and ensure the protection of civilian personnel.