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The Indian Navy successfully executed a 48-hour operation to rescue 20 Iranian crew members from a hijacked fishing vessel off the coast of Somalia. The operation involved a warship, a maritime reconnaissance aircraft, and marine commandos, who were airdropped by an Indian Air Force C-17 aircraft. The vessel, Azini, was hijacked by an armed pirate group on October 29. The Indian Navy identified a significant maritime security threat as the vessel could have been used as a 'mother ship' for further attacks. The operation concluded without casualties or injuries. The Iranian embassy in New Delhi expressed gratitude to the Indian government, Indian Navy, and Indian Air Force for the successful operation.
The operation demonstrated the Indian Navy's high operational preparedness and ability to undertake complex maritime security operations through seamless inter-service coordination. It also underscored India's commitment to remaining the first responder and preferred security partner in the Indian Ocean Region. The successful operation was a testament to the spirit of friendship, solidarity, and cooperation between Iran and India.
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