India Welcomes Home Navy Veterans Freed by Qatar
In a significant diplomatic victory, eight Indian Navy veterans sentenced to death on espionage charges have been released by Qatar, with seven already back in India.
- Eight Indian Navy veterans sentenced to death in Qatar on espionage charges have been released, marking a major diplomatic success for India.
- Seven of the eight veterans have returned to India, expressing gratitude towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his personal intervention.
- The veterans were accused of spying for Israel while working for Dahra Global, a defense services provider in Qatar.
- Their sentences were commuted to prison terms in December following diplomatic efforts by India, including discussions between PM Modi and Qatar's Emir.
- The release of the veterans has been widely celebrated in India, highlighting the strong diplomatic ties between India and Qatar.