Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Jaishankar Discusses Seafarer Safety with Lavrov After Odesa Attack
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Manila to discuss the safety of Indian seafarers.
This meeting followed an attack on a ship near Odesa, Ukraine, where four Indian seafarers were killed.
Jaishankar expressed India's strong concern and condemned the attack.
He also discussed various aspects of India-Russia relations, including trade, energy, and connectivity.
India has asked Russia to ensure the safety of Indian seafarers and to explain the attack.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Manila to discuss the safety of Indian seafarers.
The discussion followed an attack on the MV Golden Leo near Odesa, Ukraine, which resulted in the deaths of four Indian nationals.
India condemned the attack and expressed strong concern over the safety of its seafarers.
Jaishankar also reviewed India-Russia bilateral relations, including trade, energy, and connectivity.
India summoned Russia’s Charge d’Affaires in New Delhi to lodge a protest over the deaths of the Indian crew members.
- Who
- External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov
- What
- Discussion on the safety of Indian seafarers and bilateral relations
- When
- July 22, 2026
- Where
- Manila, Philippines
- Why
- To address concerns over the safety of Indian seafarers following an attack on a commercial vessel near Odesa
India's Stance
Russian Actions
Safety of Indian Seafarers
India's Stance
India expressed strong concern over the safety of Indian seafarers and condemned the attack on the MV Golden Leo.
Russian Actions
Russia has not yet publicly responded to India's concerns or provided an explanation for the attack.
- Date of Incident
- July 19, 2026
- Vessel Attacked
- MV Golden Leo
- Location of Attack
- Near Odesa, Ukraine
- Number of Indian Casualties
- 4 killed, 1 critically injured
- Total Crew Members
- 17
- Indian Seafarers on Board
- 5
- Accused Party
- Russia (as per Ukrainian authorities)
