Four of ten Pakistani crew members rescued after pirate seizure off Somalia
Pakistan's foreign minister says the bodies of three crew members are being repatriated while three others remain aboard the hijacked vessel.
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Four of ten Pakistani crew members have been rescued following a pirate seizure of their vessel off the coast of Somalia, according to Anadolu Agency.
Pakistan's foreign minister said the bodies of three crew members are being repatriated, while three other crew members remain aboard the vessel.
Details still emerging
The circumstances of the seizure, including when it took place and the identity of those responsible, were not detailed in the available reporting.
Piracy off the coast of Somalia has periodically threatened commercial shipping in the region over the years, prompting international naval patrols at various points.
It was not immediately clear what efforts are under way to secure the release of the remaining crew members still aboard the vessel.
Sources
- 4 of 10 Pakistani crew members rescued from pirates off Somalia — Anadolu Agency (Turkey)
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