Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:53am on 15 Apr 2024,Monday Defence
Admiral R Hari Kumar, Chief of Naval Staff, voiced concern over the tense situation in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden post Iran's attack on Israel. At INS Hansa base in Goa, he highlighted the vulnerability of the region, citing recent drone strikes on merchant vessels and a rise in piracy. With over 90 attacks in recent times, Kumar stressed the Indian Navy's role in aiding distressed mariners in the critical Bab-el-Mandeb Strait. He emphasized the Navy's commitment to assisting all affected parties, regardless of nationality, in the face of escalating tensions.
