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Pakistan Navy rescues eight Iranian fishermen

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KARACHI: The Pakistan Navy in a successful rescue mission saved eight Iranian fishermen whose boat caught fire in the open sea, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Monday.

A Pakistan Navy Vessel, PNS YARMOOK swiftly responded to the distress call from the Iranian 8-member crew fishing boat. Rushing to the scene at a low speed, the Navy ship successfully rescued all fishermen and helped extinguish the fire.

“Despite heavy fire on the vessel, PNS Yarmook not only safely rescued all 8 crew members from the Sea but also controlled the fire onboard the blazing vessel by using its modern firefighting equipment,” it added.

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Furthermore, the military’s media wing said, this rescue operation showcases the Pakistan Navy’s capability to handle emergencies at sea and its commitment to ensuring the safety of human life.

“Pak Navy is committed and obligated to effectively ensure Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) in line with UNCLOS while safeguarding National Maritime frontiers,” the statement added.

In response, Iran has wholeheartedly appreciated the Pakistan Navy for safely rescuing eight Iranian fishermen. Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam expressed his gratitude. He said Iran and Pakistan have a close mutual support and cooperation in the rescue and humanitarian assistance operations at the international waters.

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