India Condemns Attack That Killed 4 Indian Sailors Near Ukraine

India has strongly protested the deaths of four Indian sailors in a recent attack near Ukraine. The sailors were part of a commercial vessel that was targeted in what is believed to be a Russian strike. India's Ministry of External Affairs issued a statement calling the attack on commercial shipping and the endangerment of innocent civilian crew members 'deplorable and unacceptable.' The statement emphasized that such actions should be avoided and reiterated India's condemnation of the violence. The incident has heightened tensions as the conflict in Ukraine continues. The exact circumstances of the attack are still under investigation, but it has drawn international concern over the safety of civilian vessels in the region. India has not directly named Russia in its official statement but has urged all parties to respect international law and protect civilian lives. The Indian government is in touch with families of the deceased and is working to ensure the safe return of any remaining crew members. This event marks one of the deadliest incidents involving Indian nationals since the start of the war in Ukraine.