MV Abdullah was rescued by the Indian Navy?

In a recent development, Indian media outlets have reported the rescue of the Bangladeshi ship MV Abdullah, which was hijacked by Somali pirates in the Indian Ocean. The vessel was en route to the United Arab Emirates from Mozambique, carrying coal, when it fell victim to piracy.

Several leading Indian media sources, including The Indian Express, India Today, The New Indian Express, Indo-Asian News Service (IANS), First Post, and News 18, have covered the purported rescue operation. According to these reports, the Indian Navy's warships and patrol aircraft were instrumental in responding to an emergency request for assistance from the hijacked Bangladeshi-flagged cargo ship.

The Indian Navy's long-range maritime patrol aircraft detected the location of MV Abdullah on Tuesday evening, prompting immediate deployment of resources to assess the situation and ensure the safety of the crew. Despite attempts to establish contact with the vessel, there was no response from MV Abdullah.

Following the hijacking incident, Indian warships changed course and began closely monitoring the hijacked vessel, eventually intercepting it near Somali waters. The crew of 23 members aboard MV Abdullah was reportedly released to safety, with the Indian Navy maintaining close surveillance until the ship reached Somalia's territorial waters.

However, despite the claims made by Indian media, there has been no independent confirmation of the rescue operation. The accuracy of these reports remains unverified, as neither domestic nor international sources have corroborated the Indian media's assertions regarding the involvement of the Indian Navy in the rescue of MV Abdullah.

The situation underscores the complexities of maritime security in the Indian Ocean region and highlights the ongoing threat posed by piracy to commercial shipping vessels operating in these waters.