The Indian Embassy in Ukraine is closely monitoring the safety of 13 Indian seafarers aboard the merchant vessel MV AMIR1, which is docked at Chornomorsk Port on Ukraine’s Black Sea coast amid repeated drone and missile attack threats.

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• The Indian Embassy in Kyiv has stated that it is maintaining constant contact with the relevant authorities to ensure the safety and security of 13 Indian seafarers aboard MV AMIR1, which is currently anchored at Chornomorsk Port in Ukraine.
• According to reports, MV AMIR1 has a crew of 15 members, including 13 Indian nationals, and is located in an area that has witnessed repeated drone and missile attacks along Ukraine’s Black Sea coast.
• The Forward Seamen’s Union of India (FSUI) has appealed to the Government of India, shipowners, and other authorities to ensure the crew’s immediate safety and arrange their prompt repatriation, citing the continuing security risks.
• The development comes days after the merchant vessel MV AGN Ragnar was struck at Odesa Port, leaving two Indian seafarers missing, prompting India to intensify coordination with Ukrainian authorities.
• The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has reiterated India’s consistent position that commercial shipping, seafarers, civilians, and civilian infrastructure must never be targeted during armed conflicts.
• India continues to coordinate with Ukrainian authorities in the ongoing search for the missing crew members from MV AGN Ragnar while remaining in contact with their families.
• The incident highlights the growing risks faced by merchant vessels operating in the Black Sea region, where the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict has significantly disrupted maritime navigation and commercial shipping.
• The Embassy has given the matter the highest priority, reaffirming India’s commitment to protecting its citizens overseas while continuing to advocate for dialogue, diplomacy, and the safety of civilian maritime operations.