Indian Crew Member Released from Seized Ship Returns to India

Ann Tessa Joseph, part of the crew on a ship seized by Iran, safely arrives in India as diplomatic efforts continue.

Ann Tessa Joseph, a deck cadet from Kerala, was among the 17 Indian crew members on the MSC Aries, a ship seized by Iran near the Strait of Hormuz.
She returned to India on April 18, following intervention by the Indian foreign ministry and cooperation with Iranian authorities.
The remaining 16 Indian crew members are reported to be in good health and still on board the vessel.
The Indian government is in ongoing discussions with Iranian officials to ensure the well-being and potential release of the remaining crew.
The seizure of the MSC Aries by Iran is linked to heightened tensions in the Middle East, with allegations of the ship's connections to Israel.