Archive · 21 Jul 2026
Four Indians Killed in Odesa Cargo Ship Attack
A cargo ship called MV Golden Leo was attacked near the port of Odesa in Ukraine.
Four Indians and five other seafarers were killed, and one Indian was critically injured.
The ship was carrying corn and caught fire after the attack.
India strongly condemned the attack, saying it is wrong to target commercial ships and endanger innocent people.
Meanwhile, another attack in Odesa killed three people and wounded three others.
The situation is tense because Ukraine and Russia are fighting, and this attack happened during that conflict.
Four Indians and five seafarers were killed in an attack on the MV Golden Leo cargo ship in Odesa, Ukraine.
The ship was carrying corn and caught fire after the attack.
India condemned the attack, expressing condolences to the families of the deceased and wishing a speedy recovery to the injured.
A separate Russian attack in Odesa killed three people and wounded three others on Monday.
The incident occurred amid escalating hostilities between Ukraine and Russia.
- Who
- Four Indians and five seafarers were killed; India and Ukraine are involved.
- What
- An attack on the MV Golden Leo cargo ship in Odesa, Ukraine.
- When
- July 19, 2024
- Where
- Port of Odesa, Ukraine
- Why
- Amid escalating hostilities between Ukraine and Russia.
Russian Attack
Ukrainian Defense
Responsibility for the Attack
Russian Attack
Russia is alleged to have carried out the attack on the MV Golden Leo.
Ukrainian Defense
Ukraine is defending its territorial waters and infrastructure against Russian aggression.
- Date of Attack
- July 19, 2024
- Location of Attack
- Port of Odesa, Ukraine
- Vessel Involved
- MV Golden Leo
- Cargo
- Corn
- Casualties
- 4 Indians killed, 1 critically injured, 5 seafarers killed, 5 missing
- Crew Composition
- 17 members: 12 Syrians, 5 Indians, Ukrainian captain
- Indian Response
- Condemned the attack, expressed condolences
- Separate Attack
- 3 killed, 3 wounded in Odesa on Monday
