Indian Navy’s 40-Hour Anti-Piracy Op | Brings 35 Somali Pirates for Persecution, Cargo Over $1M

Hours after the Indian Navy’s daring rescue operation in safeguarding a cargo ship hijacked by Somali pirates, the navy stated that it would bring the 35 captured pirates to India to face persecution. The Indian Navy’s might was applauded by Bulgaria, which expressed its gratitude for rescuing its crew members. Responding, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar affirmed “That’s what friends are for.”